Creamy Tahini Miso Soup with Scallions and Spinach
A silky blend of tahini and miso creates a rich, umami-packed soup finished with fresh spinach and scallions. This asian fusion-inspired soups (vegetarian) ready in about 15 minutes pairs water, white miso paste, tahini for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 90 calories and feeds 4, 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
- 4 cups water
- 3 tbsp white miso paste
- 2 tbsp tahini
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 3, thinly sliced scallions
- 1 tsp, grated fresh ginger
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a medium pot, bring 4 cups water to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Whisk in 3 tbsp white miso paste until fully dissolved.
- Step 2: Stir in 2 tbsp tahini and 1 tsp grated fresh ginger, whisking until the soup is smooth and creamy.
- Step 3: Add 2 cups fresh spinach and 3 thinly sliced scallions, cooking for 2-3 minutes until the spinach wilts and becomes tender.
- Step 4: Remove from heat, then stir in 1 tbsp soy sauce and 1 tsp sesame oil. Serve hot, garnished with extra scallions if desired.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Creamy Tahini Miso Soup with Scallions and Spinach take to make?
Total time is about 15 minutes (5 min prep + 10 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 Creamy Tahini Miso Soup with Scallions and Spinach?
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 water from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Creamy Tahini Miso Soup with Scallions and Spinach?
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 Creamy Tahini Miso Soup with Scallions and Spinach for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). 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 Creamy Tahini Miso Soup with Scallions and Spinach vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
