Hearty Italian-style soup with tender tuna, ripe tomatoes, and aromatic vegetables ready in 25 minutes.
# What you'll need:
→ Seafood
01 - 1 can (5 oz) tuna in olive oil, drained and flaked
→ Vegetables
02 - 1 medium onion, finely chopped
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 medium carrot, diced
05 - 1 celery stalk, diced
06 - 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
07 - 2 cups vegetable broth
08 - 1 tablespoon tomato paste
→ Herbs and Seasonings
09 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
10 - 1 teaspoon dried basil
11 - 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
12 - Salt and black pepper to taste
→ Pantry
13 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
→ Garnish
14 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or basil
15 - Crusty bread for serving
# Directions:
01 - Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion, carrot, and celery, sautéing for 5 minutes until softened.
02 - Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
03 - Add the tomato paste and cook for 1 minute while stirring continuously.
04 - Pour in the diced tomatoes and vegetable broth. Add dried oregano, basil, and red pepper flakes if desired. Stir thoroughly to combine.
05 - Bring the soup to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 8 to 10 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
06 - Add the flaked tuna and simmer for 2 to 3 minutes to heat through completely.
07 - Taste the soup and adjust salt and black pepper to your preference.
08 - Ladle into bowls, garnish with fresh parsley or basil, and serve with crusty bread on the side if desired.
