Miso Tofu Spinach Green Onions (Printable)

Delicate Japanese broth with tofu, spinach, and green onions offering a light, nourishing flavor.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Broth

01 - 4 cups dashi stock, kombu-based for vegetarian option
02 - 3 tablespoons white or yellow miso paste

→ Vegetables & Tofu

03 - 4 ounces firm tofu, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
04 - 2 cups fresh spinach leaves, washed and roughly chopped
05 - 2 green onions (scallions), thinly sliced

# Directions:

01 - In a medium saucepan, bring the dashi stock to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
02 - Place the miso paste in a small bowl. Ladle approximately 1/2 cup of hot dashi into the bowl and whisk until the miso dissolves completely, then return the mixture to the saucepan. Do not allow the soup to boil after adding miso.
03 - Add the tofu cubes to the pot and simmer gently for 2-3 minutes until heated through.
04 - Stir in the spinach and cook for 1-2 minutes until just wilted.
05 - Remove the soup from heat. Stir in the sliced green onions. Ladle into bowls and serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Ready in just 20 minutes from start to finish
  • Packed with plant-based protein from tofu and nutrient-rich spinach
  • Naturally vegetarian and dairy-free, easily adaptable to vegan
  • Light yet satisfying with only 75 calories per serving
  • Authentic Japanese flavors that warm both body and soul
02 -
  • Use kombu-based dashi for an authentic vegetarian base with deep umami flavor
  • Never boil the soup after adding miso to preserve its delicate flavor and beneficial enzymes
  • Cut tofu into uniform cubes for even heating and elegant presentation
  • Add spinach at the last moment to maintain its bright green color and fresh texture
  • Taste and adjust miso quantity based on the saltiness of your dashi and personal preference
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