Original Miso Soup with Tofu and Green Onions

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A delicate Japanese soup base made with miso paste, dashi, and fresh tofu, offering pure umami flavor. This japanese-inspired asian ready in about 15 minutes pairs dashi stock, white miso paste, cubed firm tofu for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 80 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.

★ 3.7 (15 ratings) Prep: 5 min Cook: 10 min Serves 2 Japanese cuisine 80 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a medium pot, bring 4 cups dashi stock to a gentle simmer over medium heat (do not boil vigorously).
  2. Step 2: Remove pot from heat and stir in 3 tbsp white miso paste until fully dissolved.
  3. Step 3: Add 8 oz cubed firm tofu to the pot and gently stir to distribute.
  4. Step 4: Return pot to low heat and warm through for 2-3 minutes, avoiding boiling.
  5. Step 5: Stir in 2 tbsp thinly sliced green onions and serve immediately, garnished with 2 torn nori sheets if desired.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Original Miso Soup with Tofu and Green Onions 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 Original Miso Soup with Tofu and Green Onions?

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 dashi stock from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Original Miso Soup with Tofu and Green Onions?

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 Original Miso Soup with Tofu and Green Onions 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.

What goes well with Original Miso Soup with Tofu and Green Onions?

Japanese asian like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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