California Miso Soup
Experience a bold twist on a Japanese classic with this California Miso Soup, a fusion of traditional flavors and fresh, West Coast-inspired ingredients. Delicate dashi broth and creamy white miso set the stage for a nourishing blend of firm tofu, vibrant kale, and tender seaweed. But what truly sets this soup apart is the addition of buttery avocado, lending a silky texture and a dose of healthy fats that complement the earthy flavors beautifully. A sprinkle of sesame seeds and crisp scallions add the perfect finishing touch to this quick and easy recipe, ready in just 20 minutes. Ideal for a comforting lunch or light dinner, this gluten-free and nutrient-packed soup is sure to become a favorite in your recipe rotation.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups Water
- 1 tablespoon Dashi granules
- 3 tablespoons White miso paste
- 1 cup Firm tofu
- 2 cups Kale leaves
- 2 stalks Scallions
- 2 tablespoons Seaweed (wakame, dried)
- 1 medium Avocado
- 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds
Instructions
In a medium-sized pot, bring 6 cups of water to a gentle boil.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the dashi granules until fully dissolved.
In a small bowl, combine the miso paste with a few tablespoons of the hot dashi broth, whisking until the miso is smooth. Add this mixture back into the pot and stir well. Do not let the soup boil after adding the miso paste.
Cut the firm tofu into small cubes, roughly 1/2-inch in size, and gently add them to the soup.
Tear the kale leaves into bite-sized pieces and add them to the pot. Let simmer for 2-3 minutes until the kale softens slightly.
Thinly slice the scallions and add them to the soup along with the dried seaweed (wakame). Stir gently and allow the flavors to meld for 2 more minutes.
Peel and dice the avocado into small cubes. Divide the avocado evenly into individual serving bowls.
Ladle the hot miso soup into the bowls over the avocado. The heat will slightly warm the avocado while maintaining its creamy texture.
Sprinkle each bowl with a pinch of sesame seeds for garnish before serving.
Serve immediately and enjoy your California-inspired miso soup!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
633 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 38.4 g | 49% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.5 g | 28% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2891 mg | 126% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 49.7 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.9 g | 75% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.4 g | ||
| Protein | 40.9 g | 82% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 766 mg | 59% | |
| Iron | 9.7 mg | 54% | |
| Potassium | 2480 mg | 53% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
