Authentic Kyoto-Style Miso Soup with Tofu and Wakame

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A delicate, umami-rich broth that captures Kyoto's traditional essence, featuring silken tofu, ocean-fresh wakame, and a perfectly balanced miso base. This Japanese-inspired vegetarian recipe, ready in about 20 minutes, pairs water, white miso paste, silken tofu for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 120 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 10 min Serves 2 Japanese cuisine 120 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small saucepan, bring 2 cups water to a gentle simmer over medium-low heat, ensuring it just barely bubbles at the edges without boiling.
  2. Step 2: Remove from heat and stir in 2 tablespoons white miso paste until completely dissolved, avoiding boiling to preserve its delicate flavor.
  3. Step 3: Add 1 teaspoon dried wakame and let it steep for 2 minutes until softened and plump.
  4. Step 4: Gently place 100 grams cubed silken tofu into the soup and warm for 2 minutes, stirring gently to prevent breaking the tofu.
  5. Step 5: Stir in 1/4 cup sliced green onions and 1/2 teaspoon grated ginger, then serve immediately in warmed bowls.

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