1.
In a large pot or saucepan, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
Add onion and garlic; cook until onions are translucent and garlic is fragrant about 2 minutes.
Add carrot and cook stirring occasionally for 2 – 3 minutes.
Add the broth, tomatoes, Italian herbs, red pepper flakes, salt and pepper.
2.
Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes to combine all of the flavors together.
3.
Stir in the rinsed broccoli and cauliflower florets, and continue to simmer gently until cooked through but still crunchy, approx.
5 minutes.
4.
Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, garnish with parmesan and fresh parsley and serve immediately.
Enjoy!
Recipe note: If you want to thicken the soup a little, mix 1 tablespoon coconut flour or cornstarch with 1/4 cup (125ml) cold water then add to the soup 5 minute before the end of cooking time.