Immune-Boosting Citrus-Ginger Soup

By Lauren Mitchell, Test Kitchen Director · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-04 · Updated 2026-04-04

A vibrant, warming soup packed with vitamin-rich vegetables and immune-supporting spices, perfect for chilly evenings. This global-inspired soups ready in about 40 minutes pairs medium, peeled and diced carrots, stalks, finely chopped celery, medium, minced onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 2 medium, peeled and diced carrots
• 3 stalks, finely chopped celery
• 1 medium, minced onion
• 2 tbsp, grated fresh ginger
• 3 cloves, minced garlic
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup orange juice
• 2 tbsp lime juice
• 1 tsp turmeric powder
• 1 tbsp coconut oil
• 2 tbsp chopped cilantro

Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp coconut oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1 medium minced onion and 3 minced garlic cloves, sautéing for 2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
2. Step 2: Add 2 medium diced carrots, 3 finely chopped celery stalks, and 2 tbsp grated ginger. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until vegetables begin to soften.
3. Step 3: Stir in 1 tsp turmeric powder, then pour in 4 cups chicken broth and 1 cup orange juice. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 15 minutes until carrots are tender.
4. Step 4: Remove from heat and blend with an immersion blender until smooth. Return to low heat, stir in 2 tbsp lime juice, and simmer for 2 more minutes. Stir in 2 tbsp chopped cilantro before serving.