Miso-Sweet Corn Soup with Sesame

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A soothing, umami-rich soup featuring fresh corn, white miso, and toasted sesame oil for a comforting Japanese-inspired bowl. This japanese-inspired soups (vegetarian) ready in about 30 minutes pairs sweet corn kernels, low-sodium vegetable broth, white miso paste for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 120 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: 15 min Serves 4 Japanese cuisine 120 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
  2. Step 2: Add 4 cups fresh sweet corn kernels and simmer for 8 minutes until kernels are tender.
  3. Step 3: Remove from heat and let cool slightly. Transfer half the soup to a blender and puree until smooth.
  4. Step 4: Return pureed soup to saucepan. Stir in 2 tbsp white miso paste, 1 tbsp sesame oil, and 1 tsp grated fresh ginger. Stir gently until miso dissolves and soup is heated through (do not boil).
  5. Step 5: Season with salt to taste and stir in 1/4 cup finely chopped green onions.
  6. Step 6: Divide into bowls and garnish with 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Miso-Sweet Corn Soup with Sesame take to make?

Total time is about 30 minutes (15 min prep + 15 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 Miso-Sweet Corn Soup with Sesame?

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 sweet corn kernels from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Miso-Sweet Corn Soup with Sesame?

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 Miso-Sweet Corn Soup with Sesame 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 Miso-Sweet Corn Soup with Sesame 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.

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