Cold Tomato & Summer Vegetable Soup

6
 fresh, ripe tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1
 cucumber, peeled, seeded, chopped
1
 red bell pepper, chopped
2
 stalks celery, chopped
1
 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
2
 cloves garlic, minced
2
 teaspoons sugar
2
 zucchini, finely chopped
1/2
 medium sweet onion, finely chopped
1 - 2
teaspoons salt
1/2
 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
4
 cups tomato juice
2
 tablespoons olive oil
1
 teaspoon chopped fresh oregano (or pinch of dry)
1-1/2
cups vegetable broth
hot sauce (optional)
 

 Combine all ingredients in a large bowl. Adjust seasonings to taste. Prepare a day ahead for better flavor.

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