Vegetable Soup:

• 2 tablespoons olive oil or coconut oil
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 1 celery rib, chopped
• 2 pounds carrots, peeled and chopped
• 1 medium sweet potato, peeled and chopped
• 1-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and minced (or 1 teaspoon ground ginger)
• 1-inch piece fresh turmeric, peeled and minced (or 1 teaspoon ground turmeric)
• 1 orange, freshly squeezed
• 6 cups vegetable broth or chicken broth, plus more if needed
• Salt and ground black pepper to taste
• 3 tablespoons coconut milk, plus more for topping (optional)

Toppings (optional):

• Coconut milk, red chili flakes, croutons, toasted pistachios
• Fresh herbs like parsley, thyme, or basil