Low Sodium Spicy Tofu Soup
Warm up with a bowl of Low Sodium Spicy Tofu Soup, a flavor-packed yet heart-healthy recipe that combines bold spices and fresh vegetables without the excess salt. This vibrant soup features extra-firm tofu simmered in a rich, low-sodium vegetable broth infused with red chili paste, ginger, and garlic. Nutrient-dense bok choy, shiitake mushrooms, and julienned carrots add delightful texture, while a splash of lime juice and a hint of toasted sesame oil provide a zesty, aromatic finish. Topped with fresh cilantro and green onions, this easy-to-make soup comes together in just 40 minutes and makes for a perfect wholesome dinner that’s suitable for anyone seeking a low-sodium, plant-based meal with a spicy kick.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 14 oz extra-firm tofu
- 6 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons red chili paste
- 1 tablespoon ginger (grated)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 3 stalks green onion (thinly sliced)
- 2 cups bok choy (chopped)
- 1 carrot (julienned)
- 1 cup shiitake mushrooms (sliced)
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 lime (juiced)
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 1 cup water
Instructions
Press the tofu for 10 minutes to remove excess water, then cut it into 1-inch cubes.
In a large pot over medium heat, add the toasted sesame oil. Once hot, sauté the garlic and ginger for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Stir in the red chili paste and cook for another minute to toast the spices.
Add the low-sodium vegetable broth and 1 cup of water to the pot. Bring to a simmer.
Add the tofu cubes, bok choy, carrot, and mushrooms to the pot. Let simmer for 10 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.
Stir in the low-sodium soy sauce and lime juice. Taste and adjust spice levels with the crushed red pepper flakes if needed.
Serve hot in individual bowls, garnished with fresh cilantro and green onions. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
908 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 38.2 g | 49% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.7 g | 29% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2604 mg | 113% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 76.2 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.3 g | 72% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.8 g | ||
| Protein | 74.0 g | 148% | |
| Vitamin D | 7.7 mcg | 38% | |
| Calcium | 2877 mg | 221% | |
| Iron | 15.1 mg | 84% | |
| Potassium | 3364 mg | 72% | |
*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.
