Authentic Vans Sole Miso Soup with Tofu and Wakame
A minimalist, authentic Japanese soup inspired by the 'authentic' heritage of classic footwear, featuring silky miso broth with tender tofu and seaweed. This japanese-inspired soups (vegan) ready in about 18 minutes pairs white miso paste, kombu dashi stock, thinly sliced green onions 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.
Ingredients
- 3 tbsp white miso paste
- 2 cups kombu dashi stock
- 8 oz, pressed and cut into 1/2-inch cubes firm tofu
- 1 tsp, rehydrated in cold water for 5 minutes wakame seaweed
- 2, thinly sliced green onions
- 1/2 tsp sesame oil
Instructions
- Step 1: In a small saucepan, heat kombu dashi stock over medium-low heat until just simmering (do not boil), then remove from heat.
- Step 2: Whisk miso paste into 1/4 cup of the hot stock in a separate bowl until smooth, then pour the mixture back into the saucepan, stirring gently to combine.
- Step 3: Add tofu cubes and rehydrated wakame to the soup, warming for 2 minutes until tofu is heated through and wakame is tender.
- Step 4: Remove soup from heat, stir in green onions and sesame oil, and let rest for 1 minute to allow flavors to meld.
- Step 5: Serve immediately in warmed bowls, ensuring each portion has a balanced mix of tofu, wakame, and broth.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Authentic Vans Sole Miso Soup with Tofu and Wakame take to make?
Total time is about 18 minutes (10 min prep + 8 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Authentic Vans Sole Miso Soup with Tofu and Wakame?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep white miso paste from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Authentic Vans Sole Miso Soup with Tofu and Wakame?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Authentic Vans Sole Miso Soup with Tofu and Wakame for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Authentic Vans Sole Miso Soup with Tofu and Wakame vegan?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegan based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Added some red pepper flakes for heat — highly recommend.
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Doubled the garlic (as one does) and it was amazing.
- ★★★★☆
Nice recipe! Presentation was beautiful. Flavor was good, not great.
