Tuna and Tomato Soup (Print Version)

Quick Italian-inspired soup with tuna, tomatoes, vegetables, and herbs. Ready in 25 minutes for comfort dining.

# What You 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 & Seasonings

09 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
10 - 1 teaspoon dried basil
11 - 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional
12 - Salt and black pepper to taste

→ Pantry

13 - 2 tablespoons olive oil

→ Garnish & Serving

14 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or basil, optional
15 - Crusty bread, optional

# Directions:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add onion, carrot, and celery. Sauté for 5 minutes until softened and translucent.
02 - Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
03 - Add tomato paste and cook for 1 minute while stirring continuously to prevent scorching.
04 - Pour in diced tomatoes and vegetable broth. Add oregano, basil, and red pepper flakes if using. Stir thoroughly to combine all ingredients.
05 - Bring the soup to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 8 to 10 minutes until vegetables become tender.
06 - Add flaked tuna and simmer for 2 to 3 minutes to heat through completely.
07 - Taste the soup and adjust salt and pepper to preference.
08 - Ladle into bowls and garnish with chopped fresh herbs. Serve with crusty bread if desired.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It's ready faster than most takeout, and you'll feel genuinely accomplished eating something this flavorful.
  • The kind of soup that works for lunch, dinner, or when you're too tired to think but still want something real and nourishing.
02 -
  • Don't add the tuna too early or cook it too long—it becomes tough and loses that tender flake texture that makes this soup special.
  • The quality of your broth matters more than you'd think; a thin or salty broth will show up immediately in a soup this simple.
03 -
  • If you love bold flavors, don't skip the red pepper flakes—they add complexity without heat if you're gentle with the amount.
  • Fresh herbs scattered on top just before serving make this look intentional and taste brighter, even if it's a Tuesday night soup.
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