Miso Soup with Tofu
Warm up with a bowl of comforting and authentic Miso Soup with Tofu, a classic Japanese dish that perfectly balances simplicity and umami-packed flavor. This recipe features a delicate dashi-based broth infused with rich miso paste, creating a savory foundation that highlights traditional ingredients like tofu, wakame seaweed, and green onions. Ready in just 20 minutes, this quick and easy soup is perfect for a light appetizer or a wholesome addition to any meal. Whether you opt for firm or silken tofu, the tender cubes add a satisfying texture, while the wakame rehydrates beautifully, lending its subtle oceanic essence. Serve this soul-nourishing miso soup with a sprinkle of fresh green onions for a burst of color and extra flavor. Ideal for those seeking a healthy, dairy-free, and gluten-free option, this recipe is a warm embrace for any occasion!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups water
- 1 teaspoon dashi granules
- 3 tablespoons miso paste
- 7 ounces tofu, firm or silken
- 2 tablespoons wakame dried seaweed
- 2 stalks green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce (optional)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
Add the dashi granules to the water, stirring until fully dissolved. This forms the base of your soup.
In a small bowl, combine miso paste with a few tablespoons of the hot dashi broth. Stir until the miso is dissolved completely to avoid any lumps.
Stir the miso mixture back into the saucepan with the dashi, ensuring the soup does not return to a boil. Keeping the soup under a boil preserves the delicate flavors of miso.
Cut the tofu into small cubes (approximately 1/2-inch pieces) and gently add them to the saucepan.
Add the wakame seaweed to the soup and allow it to heat through and rehydrate, which takes about 2-3 minutes.
Taste the soup and add soy sauce if desired for added depth of flavor. However, this step is optional as miso can be salty enough.
Serve the soup in bowls and garnish with sliced green onions before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
454 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 19.8 g | 25% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.9 g | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3502 mg | 152% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 30.9 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.8 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.9 g | ||
| Protein | 42.0 g | 84% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1617 mg | 124% | |
| Iron | 9.4 mg | 52% | |
| Potassium | 729 mg | 16% | |
*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.
