Melting Pot Miso Soup with Tofu & Greens
A harmonious fusion soup blending Japanese miso with European herbs and seasonal greens. This Fusion-inspired soup recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs white miso paste, water, firm tofu 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.
Ingredients
- 3 tbsp white miso paste
- 4 cups water
- 1 cup firm tofu
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 1/2 cup diced carrots
- 1 tbsp dill
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp green onions
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a small saucepan, gently heat 4 cups water until just simmering (do not boil), then whisk in 3 tbsp white miso paste until fully dissolved and no lumps remain.
- Step 2: Add 1/2 cup diced carrots to the simmering broth and cook for 8 minutes until tender, then stir in 1 cup cubed firm tofu and 2 cups baby spinach until spinach wilts and spinach is bright green.
- Step 3: Remove from heat, stir in 1 tbsp dill, 1 tbsp lemon juice, and 1 tsp sesame oil until the soup is fragrant and the flavors are balanced, then let sit for 5 minutes to meld.
- Step 4: Ladle into bowls, garnish with 2 tbsp sliced green onions, and serve immediately with crusty bread for a comforting meal.
