Japanese-Style Butternut Squash Miso Soup

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-02 · Updated 2026-05-02

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A warming Japanese-inspired soup featuring roasted butternut squash and savory miso for a comforting twist on traditional flavors. This Japanese-inspired Thanksgiving recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 55 minutes, pairs butternut squash, vegetable oil, dashi stock for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 180 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 40 min Serves 4 Japanese cuisine 180 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 medium (about 2 pounds), peeled and cubed butternut squash
2 tbsp vegetable oil
4 cups dashi stock
3 tbsp white miso paste
2, thinly sliced scallions
6 oz firm, cubed tofu
1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
1 tsp soy sauce

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss 2 pounds peeled and cubed butternut squash with 2 tablespoons vegetable oil and spread in a single layer on a baking sheet. Roast for 25-30 minutes until tender and lightly caramelized.
Step 2: In a medium pot, bring 4 cups dashi stock to a simmer. Whisk in 3 tablespoons white miso paste until fully dissolved.
Step 3: Add the roasted butternut squash to the pot along with 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger and 1 teaspoon soy sauce. Simmer gently for 10 minutes to meld flavors.
Step 4: Add 6 ounces cubed firm tofu and heat through for 3 minutes. Serve topped with 2 sliced scallions for freshness.