Cut cabbage, onion, carrot, tomato, celery, and bell pepper into bite-sized pieces.
Add olive oil to a pot and sauté the onion.
Add carrot and celery, and continue sautéing.
Add cabbage and bell pepper, sauté further, then add the tomatoes.
Pour in water and tomato sauce, and bring to a boil.
Add kelp or vegetable broth and simmer on medium-low heat for 20 minutes.
Season with salt and pepper to taste, then serve.