Jazzy Miso Soup

Elevate your soup game with Jazzy Miso Soup, a vibrant twist on the classic Japanese comfort dish. This recipe combines the rich umami flavors of kombu and shiitake mushrooms with the creamy texture of white miso paste and firm tofu. A splash of lime juice and freshly grated ginger add a zesty brightness, while delicate wakame seaweed and a drizzle of sesame oil bring depth and elegance to every bowl. Quick to prepare in just 30 minutes, this soul-warming miso soup is perfect as a light meal or an impressive starter. Serve it steaming hot and let the bold yet balanced flavors jazz up your table!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 cups water
• 1 piece (about 4x4 inches) kombu (dried seaweed)
• 4 large (dried or fresh, sliced if fresh) shiitake mushrooms
• 0.25 cup white miso paste
• 1 block (firm, cut into 1/2-inch cubes) tofu
• 2 stalks (thinly sliced) green onions
• 1 tablespoon (freshly grated) ginger
• 2 cloves (minced) garlic
• 1 tablespoon wakame (dried seaweed)
• 1 None lime
• 1 teaspoon (optional, for garnish) sesame oil

Directions

Step 1

In a medium pot, add the water and kombu. Let it soak for 10 minutes if time allows for a more flavorful base.

Step 2

If using dried shiitake mushrooms, soak them in a small bowl of warm water for about 10 minutes until softened, then slice them thinly. Save the soaking liquid to add to the soup for extra umami flavor.

Step 3

Heat the pot with the kombu over medium heat. Just before the water starts boiling, remove the kombu and discard or save for another use.

Step 4

Add the sliced shiitake mushrooms to the pot, along with the grated ginger and minced garlic. Let simmer for 5 minutes.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk the miso paste with a ladleful of the hot broth until smooth. This prevents clumps. Then stir the miso mixture back into the pot.

Step 6

Add the tofu cubes and wakame to the soup. Simmer gently for another 5 minutes, being careful not to boil to preserve the delicate flavors of the miso.

Step 7

Remove the pot from heat and squeeze in the juice of the lime for a fresh, citrusy finish.

Step 8

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with thinly sliced green onions and a small drizzle of sesame oil, if desired.

Step 9

Serve immediately and enjoy this jazzy twist on traditional miso soup!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2124.9 grams (2124.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	894

Total Fat 49.90g	64%
Saturated Fat 7.50g	38%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.90g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2664mg	116%
Total Carbohydrate 52.80g	19%
Dietary Fiber 19.00g	68%
Total Sugars 10.10g
Protein 73.70g	147%

Vitamin D 11IU	54%
Calcium 1617mg	124%
Iron 25mg	139%
Potassium 1611mg	34%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 47.0%

Protein: 30.9%

Carbs: 22.1%