15 oz Can Tomato Sauce (1 1/2 cup)
2 T Olive oil
2 T Red Wine Vinegar
1 T Honey
1 x Med Tomato,cut in 1/2″ cubes
1 x Med Green Pepper, chopped
1 x Sm Sweet Red Pepper, chopped
1 x Stalk celery, chopped
1 x Clove Garlic, finely minced
1/2 x Cucumber, seeded & chopped
1 x Scallion, chopped
1/2 t Hot pepper sauce
1/2 t Black Pepper
GARNISH: Herbed Garlic Croutons, dollop of plain yogurt topped with finely minced fresh chives, finely shredded lettuce, or minced parsley,(optional) In a med size mixing bowl, combine tomato sauce, olive oil, vinegar and honey. Stir in remaining ingredients. Top each serving with one of the above listed garnishes. Serve chilled. Makes 4-6 servings. VARIATIONS: – add 2 T chopped fresh mint leaves; omit hot pepper sauce ~ for a thinner soup, stir in tomato juice or vegetable cocktail juice to desired consistency. Serve with a substantial salad, and/or a cheese platter.