In a large pot, add a little vegetable oil over low to medium heat, and allow it to warm up for a minute or two. Add minced garlic to the oil and allow it to cook for a minute or two until aromatic and golden brown. Then add chopped onions, carrots, and celery to the mix. Cook for a few minutes until the vegetables have softened.
Pour in the vegetable broth and stir in the dried oregano and dried basil. Add bay leaf and stir to incorporate all the ingredients. Add sprigs of thyme. Let it simmer for a few minutes.
Stir in diced tomatoes and tomato paste. Season with salt. Then add a little bit of sugar to balance out the acidity of the tomatoes.
Add chopped broccoli and sliced zucchini. Cook until the vegetables are soft and tender.
Serve this hearty vegetable rotini tomato soup warm.
Recipe by Cooking with a Wallflower at https://cookingwithawallflower.com/2020/01/19/hearty-vegetable-rotini-tomato-soup/