This soup is effortlessly special, demanding little in the way of ingredients and attention, yet surprising and delighting the senses nonetheless. Something about it is also incredibly soothing, and I find that enjoying a warm bowl of it for lunch brings a sense of peace and calm to a busy day. Plus, it’s even tastier on the second and third day, so there’s much to be gained from preparing it ahead of time. A rich, silky base of blended carrots and potatoes is balanced by the bright acidity of orange juice and the subtle warmth of fresh ginger. This soup is made just a touch lovelier with a sprinkling of fresh cilantro and juicy pomegranate seeds, but you can absolutely omit them if you want to minimize ingredients.