Tasty Tuna Fish Soup with
Dehydrated Veggies – Quick & Hearty!

Looking for a soup that’s quick, hearty, and easy on the budget? This tasty tuna fish soup is packed with flavor and made with dehydrated vegetables, making it perfect for busy weeknights or a fast, satisfying lunch.

✅ Quick Answer: How do you make a tasty tuna fish soup?
Make tasty tuna fish soup by simmering rehydrated onions, celery, garlic, and diced potatoes in fish stock, then adding canned tuna, diced tomatoes, thyme, and seasoning. In about 30 minutes, you’ll have a hearty, flavorful soup ready to serve.

It comes together in minutes, uses pantry staples, and is flexible enough to work with either dehydrated or fresh ingredients. Best of all, it’s light yet filling—comfort food without the fuss.

Tuna Fish soup in a square bowl with a spoon, on a plate

I’ve always loved creamy New England clam chowder, but let’s be real—it takes more effort. That’s why I created this simple yet satisfying tuna fish soup—a quick fix without sacrificing taste!

Plus, it’s a great way to put those dehydrated diced hash-brown potatoes to good use.

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Tasty Tuna Fish Soup Recipe

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup dehydrated onion
  • 1/4 cup dehydrated celery
  • 2 slices dehydrated elephant garlic, crumbled
  • 1/2 cup dehydrated diced hash brown potatoes
  • 2 5-oz. cans of tuna (I used one in oil and one in water)
  • 4 cups clam or fish stock
  • 2 14.5 oz. cans small-diced tomatoes
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried Thyme
  • 1/4 teaspoon white pepper (optional)
  • salt* to taste

Instructions

  1. Re-hydrate the onions, celery, garlic, and potatoes in 2 cups of clam stock—for about 30 minutes. (Taste-test this stock, you don't need as much of it as you do with other stock flavors).
  2. Put in a tall saucepan, and add the remaining stock.
  3. Bring to a boil, simmer 10 minutes.
  4. Add the two cans of tuna. As noted in the ingredients above, I used one can of tuna in oil. I let half of the oil go into the soup from the tuna-in-oil can and all the water in the tuna-in-water can.
  5. Add the two cans of diced tomatoes, Thyme, and white pepper.
  6. Simmer for 5 more minutes, or until veggies are tender.

*IF you need to add salt, do so, BUT be careful NOT to over-salt as the bouillon has salt in it.

Nutrition Information

  • Servings: 6 servings
  • Calories: 130kcals
  • Fat: 2g
  • Protein: 13.3g
  • Carbohydrates: 14.8g
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Also, try adding some smoked paprika :-) Click the link to read soup with added paprika. You'll remain on this page.

Fresh Ingredient Swap: How to Make Tuna Soup Without Dehydrated Veggies

If you want to use fresh ingredients that you may have on hand, do this:

Tuna Fish soup in a square bowl with a spoon, on a plate

Exchange the dry ingredients in the recipe, above, for these fresh ingredients listed below!

  • 1/8 to 1/4 of a large onion, peeled and diced
  • 1 celery stalk, sliced
  • 2 slices of fresh elephant garlic, or 1 and 1/2 cloves of "regular sized" garlic
  • 1 cup of frozen hash brown diced potatoes

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Tuna Fish soup with Smoked Paprika

Tasty Tuna Fish Soup with Smoked Paprika

Here is a variation of the "regular" tuna fish soup!

I omitted the two cans of diced tomatoes, and in their place, I added 1 tablespoon of smoked paprika.

Also, I used all the oil in the tuna-in-oil can—I decided not to discard half of it as stated in the original recipe—bearing in mind that fish oil is very good for us! OK, so the oil isn't exactly FROM the fish, but it's been hanging around the fish in the can!

Both of these soup recipes are, dare I say it, soup-er tasty—and are so easy to make any day of the week!

What Exactly Is Paprika and Why Add It to Soup?

Paprika is a spice made from ground, dried peppers. It is primarily grown in the following regions:

  • Hungary - Known for its high-quality, aromatic paprika. About 80% of the world's paprika is produced in Hungary. It's grown in the southern region, with favorable weather conditions and soil.
  • Spain - Grown in many regions, Spanish paprika ranges from mild and sweet to smoky and spicy. The areas around Murcia and La Vera are the most famous.
  • South Asia - India, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka cultivate a variety of paprika peppers. Kashmiri paprika is known for its deep red color and mild flavor.
  • China - Paprika production is concentrated in the Xinjiang province in the northwest. Chinese paprika tends to be milder.
  • California - The state produces sweet paprika peppers for commercial spice production. They are dried and ground locally.
  • Parts of South America also grow paprika, especially in Argentina, Brazil, and Peru.

10 Delicious Dishes That Get Better with Paprika

Here are some of the most common and delicious foods that paprika can be added to:

  • Meats - Paprika is great on beef, pork, chicken, lamb, etc. It can be used as a rub on meats before grilling or roasting. It also adds flavor to stews, pot roasts, and curries.
  • Vegetables - Sprinkle paprika over roasted potatoes, cauliflower, broccoli, carrots, eggplant, etc. It adds vibrant color and smoky flavor.
  • Soups & Stews - Paprika nicely complements soups like tomato, vegetable, and bean soups. It can also be used in chili, goulash, and curry dishes.
  • Rice - A dash of paprika over plain rice, risotto, or pilaf adds flavor.
  • Eggs - Add a sprinkle of paprika to scrambled eggs, omelets, baked eggs, and egg salads.
  • Popcorn - Paprika is a classic seasoning for popcorn along with salt.
  • Salad Dressings - Whisk paprika into oil and vinegar-based salad dressings.
  • Cheeses - Paprika complements many cheeses like feta, goat cheese, and ricotta.
  • Dips - It can be mixed into dips like hummus, baba ganoush, yogurt dips.
  • Baked Goods - Use a small amount in recipes for biscuits, scones, and breads.

The smoky, slightly spicy taste of paprika enhances many savory foods. Start with a small amount and add more to taste. It brings great flavor and vibrant color.

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Your Top Tuna Fish Soup Questions, Answered!

Can I use fresh vegetables instead of dehydrated ones in tuna fish soup?

Yes. Simply swap the dehydrated onion, celery, garlic, and potatoes for their fresh counterparts. You may need to adjust simmering time since fresh veggies cook faster.

What can I serve with tuna fish soup?

Crusty bread, a light side salad, or even crackers pair perfectly with this hearty soup.

Can I make tuna fish soup creamy?

Absolutely. Stir in a splash of cream or milk after cooking, or add a spoonful of plain Greek yogurt just before serving for extra richness.

What’s the best tuna to use for tuna fish soup?

Canned tuna in water keeps it lighter, while tuna packed in oil adds richness. You can even mix both for balance.

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