Mince garlic. Dice carrots, celery and onion. Slice mushrooms. Peel and cube sweet potato.

Heat oil, garlic, onions, carrots and celery in a large pot or dutch oven over medium-low heat

Saute until soft and fragrant - about 8 minutes

Add salt, pepper, and smoked paprika to the pan and saute for an additional 2 minutes

Add sliced mushrooms, cubed sweet potato, vegetable broth, coconut milk, and wild rice to the pot

Increase the heat to high and bring the mixture to a boil

Once boiling, reduce to a simmer

Cover the pot and simmer for 45 minutes stirring frequently

Turn off the heat and remove the pot from the hot burner

Stir in 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar (trust me on this!)

Serve the soup on its own or with some cooked meat mixed in for extra protein