Easy Miso Soup with Tofu and Greens – Quick & Healthy Recipe

Cozy up with this Simple Miso Soup with Greens & Tofu, an easy and nourishing bowl that’s perfect any time of year. Tender cubes of tofu, sautéed mushrooms, and vibrant greens like bok choy or spinach simmer in a light, umami-rich broth made with miso paste — giving you comfort in every spoonful.

This soup comes together quickly with everyday ingredients and delivers a satisfying balance of savory miso flavor, fresh vegetables, and plant‑based protein. Whether you’re craving a light lunch, a soothing starter, or a wholesome dinner, this recipe brings warmth and simplicity to the table without fuss.

Serve it hot with crusty bread or steamed rice for an easy, nourishing meal that feels like a warm hug in a bowl.

Cozy Miso Soup

A warm bowl of miso vegetable soup featuring mushrooms, bok choy, tofu cubes, and green onions in a light golden broth—perfect for a cozy snowy day.

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Course: Soup

Cuisine: Asian

Ingredients Method

Ingredients

  

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• 2 –3 tablespoons miso paste white or yellow works best
• 1 tablespoon grated ginger
• 2 –3 cloves garlic minced
• 1 –2 cups mushrooms sliced (shiitake, cremini, or button)
• 1 –2 cups bok choy or spinach chopped
• 2 green onions sliced
• 1 cup tofu cubes optional
• 4 cups water or low‑sodium broth

Method

 

1. Build the base
2. Add a splash of oil to a pot.
3. Sauté ginger, garlic, and mushrooms for 2–3 minutes until fragrant.
4. Simmer
5. Pour in the water or broth.
6. Bring to a gentle simmer for about 5–7 minutes so the flavors meld.
7. Add greens and tofu
8. Stir in bok choy or spinach.
9. Add tofu if using.
10. Simmer 2 more minutes until greens wilt.
11. Add miso (off the heat)
12. Turn off the heat.
13. Scoop the miso paste into a small bowl, add a ladle of hot broth, and whisk until smooth.
14. Stir this miso mixture back into the pot.
15. (This keeps the miso’s flavor and nutrients intact.)
16. Finish
17. Top with green onions.
18. Taste and adjust seasoning (miso is salty, so you may not need extra salt)

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