Everyday Vegetable Tomato Soup (Print Version)

Wholesome soup packed with tender vegetables in savory tomato broth. Great for sharing or meal prepping.

# Ingredients:

01 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
02 - 2 cups chopped onions or thinly sliced leeks (whites only)
03 - 1 cup thinly sliced celery
04 - 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
05 - Coarse salt and ground pepper
06 - 3 14.5-ounce cans reduced-sodium vegetable or chicken broth
07 - 1 28-ounce can diced tomatoes, with juice
08 - 1 tablespoon tomato paste
09 - 8 cups mixed fresh or frozen vegetables (e.g., carrots, corn, green beans, lima beans, peas, potatoes, zucchini, cut into smaller pieces as needed)
10 - 3 cups water

# Steps:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large stockpot over medium heat. Add onions or leeks, celery, and Italian seasoning. Season with coarse salt and ground pepper.
02 - Cook the mixture, stirring frequently, until the onions or leeks are translucent, approximately 5 to 8 minutes.
03 - Add the vegetable or chicken broth, diced tomatoes with juice, tomato paste, and 3 cups of water to the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cook uncovered for 20 minutes.
04 - Add the mixed fresh or frozen vegetables to the pot and return to a simmer. Cook uncovered until the vegetables are tender, approximately 20 to 25 minutes.
05 - Season the soup with additional salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately or let cool completely before storing.

# Helpful Notes:

01 - This soup can be stored in airtight containers and refrigerated for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.