Ingredients
Method
Prep the Ingredients
- Wash and dice the vegetables into uniform pieces to ensure even cooking. Mince the garlic finely to distribute its flavor throughout the soup.
Assemble in the Crockpot
- Add the diced bell peppers, onion, carrots, celery, and garlic to the crockpot. Pour in the diced tomatoes with their juice, tomato sauce, vegetable broth, and water. Stir to combine the ingredients thoroughly.
Season the Soup
- Sprinkle the Italian seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and red chili flakes into the crockpot. Mix well to ensure the spices are evenly distributed.
Cook on Low Heat
- Cover the crockpot and set it to low heat for 6–8 hours or high heat for 3–4 hours. Stir occasionally, if possible, to prevent the ingredients from sticking to the sides.
Add the Cauliflower Rice
- Approximately 30 minutes before the soup finishes cooking, stir in the uncooked cauliflower rice. Let it cook until tender and fully incorporated into the soup.
Adjust Seasoning and Serve
- Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning if needed. Ladle the hot soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley and a sprinkle of Parmesan or vegan cheese, if desired.
