Miso Tofu Spinach Soup

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This comforting miso broth combines smooth tofu cubes with fresh spinach and thinly sliced green onions, simmered gently in a savory dashi base. The simple preparation retains delicate flavors while offering a nourishing experience that's quick to prepare. Adjust miso paste to customize the saltiness, and consider adding mushrooms or wakame for variety. Perfect for a vegetarian or dairy-free meal, this dish highlights fresh ingredients and subtle umami notes.

Updated on Tue, 17 Feb 2026 23:26:10 GMT
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There is something quietly restorative about a bowl of miso soup. It is one of those dishes that asks very little of you yet gives so much in return — warmth, depth, and a gentle saltiness that seems to settle the whole body. This Miso Soup with Tofu, Spinach, and Green Onions is a classic Japanese preparation, built on a foundation of delicate dashi stock enriched with creamy miso paste, then filled out with silky tofu cubes, tender wilted spinach, and a bright finish of freshly sliced green onions. It comes together in just 20 minutes, making it as practical as it is comforting.

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Miso soup holds a special place in Japanese culinary tradition, often served as part of an ichiju sansai meal — one soup alongside three side dishes. Yet it stands just as beautifully on its own, especially a version like this one that is generously filled with tofu and greens. The key to a great miso soup lies in two small but important habits: dissolving the miso paste separately in a ladleful of hot dashi before adding it to the pot, and never allowing the soup to boil once the miso has been incorporated. These two steps protect the delicate flavour and the beneficial cultures found in the paste, ensuring every bowl tastes exactly as it should — smooth, savoury, and alive.

Ingredients

  • Broth
    • 4 cups (1 liter) dashi stock (use kombu-based for vegetarian)
    • 3 tablespoons white or yellow miso paste
  • Vegetables & Tofu
    • 120 g (4 oz) firm tofu, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
    • 2 cups (60 g) fresh spinach leaves, washed and roughly chopped
    • 2 green onions (scallions), thinly sliced

Instructions

Step 1 — Simmer the dashi
In a medium saucepan, bring the dashi stock to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
Step 2 — Dissolve the miso
Place the miso paste in a small bowl. Ladle about 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 let the soup boil after adding miso.
Step 3 — Add the tofu
Add the tofu cubes to the pot and simmer gently for 2–3 minutes until heated through.
Step 4 — Wilt the spinach
Stir in the spinach and cook for 1–2 minutes until just wilted.
Step 5 — Finish with green onions
Remove the soup from heat. Stir in the sliced green onions.
Step 6 — Serve
Ladle into bowls and serve immediately.

Zusatztipps für die Zubereitung

Der wichtigste Schritt bei der Zubereitung dieser Suppe ist das getrennte Auflösen der Miso-Paste. Gib die Paste in eine kleine Schüssel und löse sie in einer Kelle heißer Dashi-Brühe auf, bevor du sie zurück in den Topf gibst. So entstehen keine Klumpen, und die Paste verbindet sich gleichmäßig mit der Brühe. Achte außerdem darauf, die Suppe nach dem Hinzufügen der Miso-Paste niemals aufkochen zu lassen — zu viel Hitze zerstört die feinen Aromen und die wertvollen Kulturen in der Paste. Halte die Temperatur sanft und serviere die Suppe sofort, solange Tofu und Spinat noch frisch und lebendig wirken.

Varianten und Anpassungen

Diese Suppe ist ein wunderbares Grundrezept, das sich leicht abwandeln lässt. Für eine vegane Version verwendest du ausschließlich Kombu-Dashi und verzichtest auf alle fischbasierten Zutaten. Möchtest du die Suppe gehaltvoller gestalten, kannst du geschnittene Shiitake-Pilze zusammen mit dem Tofu hinzufügen — sie geben der Brühe eine zusätzliche Tiefe. Getrocknete Wakame-Algen lassen sich einfach einweichen und kurz vor dem Servieren einrühren, um die Suppe um eine typisch japanische Komponente zu bereichern. Ein paar Tropfen Sesamöl am Ende verleihen dem Gericht eine nussige Note. Passe die Menge der Miso-Paste nach deinem Geschmack an: Weniger ergibt eine mildere, mehr eine kräftigere Brühe.

Serviervorschläge

Miso-Suppe mit Tofu, Spinat und Frühlingszwiebeln eignet sich hervorragend als leichte Mahlzeit für sich allein oder als Begleitung zu einer Schale gedämpftem Reis und einem einfachen japanischen Beilagensalat. Sie passt wunderbar zu gegrilltem Fisch oder Onigiri. Serviere die Suppe in vorgewärmten tiefen Schalen, um die Wärme möglichst lange zu erhalten. Da die Zutaten frisch und zart sind, schmeckt diese Suppe am besten direkt nach der Zubereitung — plane sie also als letzten Schritt deines Essens ein.

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A bowl of this miso soup is one of those small but meaningful pleasures that remind you how much can be achieved with just a handful of good ingredients and a little care. The broth is gentle and deeply savoury, the tofu is soft and satisfying, and the spinach and green onions bring freshness and colour to every spoonful. Whether you make it as a quiet breakfast in the Japanese tradition, a light lunch, or a soothing starter before a larger meal, it is the kind of recipe that will find its way into your regular rotation — simple, nourishing, and genuinely delicious every single time.

Recipe FAQs

What type of broth is used in this dish?

A kombu-based dashi stock provides a vegetarian-friendly and savory foundation for the miso broth.

How do you prevent miso from boiling?

Miso paste should be dissolved in hot broth off the heat and then gently stirred back to avoid boiling, preserving its flavor and benefits.

Can I substitute tofu with other ingredients?

Firm tofu works best for texture, but silken tofu can be used for a softer mouthfeel; mushrooms or seaweed add umami variations.

How long should the spinach be cooked?

Spinach should be stirred in last and cooked just 1–2 minutes until wilted to maintain freshness and color.

Are there allergy considerations?

The dish contains soy from tofu and miso. Use gluten-free miso and dashi if needed for dietary sensitivities.

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Miso Tofu Spinach Soup

A light miso broth enriched with firm tofu, fresh spinach, and sliced green onions.

Prep Duration
10 minutes
Time to Cook
10 minutes
Complete Duration
20 minutes

Recipe Type Everyday Cozy Meals

Complexity Easy

Cuisine Japanese

Makes 4 Portions

Dietary Info Plant-Based, No Dairy

What You Need

Broth

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

Vegetables & Tofu

01 4 ounces firm tofu, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
02 2 cups fresh spinach leaves, washed and roughly chopped
03 2 green onions, thinly sliced

Directions

Step 01

Prepare the Dashi Broth: In a medium saucepan, bring the dashi stock to a gentle simmer over medium heat.

Step 02

Dissolve the Miso Paste: Place the miso paste in a small bowl. Ladle about 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.

Step 03

Add the Tofu: Add the tofu cubes to the pot and simmer gently for 2 to 3 minutes until heated through.

Step 04

Wilt the Spinach: Stir in the spinach and cook for 1 to 2 minutes until just wilted.

Step 05

Finish with Green Onions: Remove the soup from heat and stir in the sliced green onions.

Step 06

Serve: Ladle into bowls and serve immediately.

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Essential Tools

  • Medium saucepan
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Ladle
  • Small bowl
  • Whisk or spoon

Allergy Details

Be sure to check every item for allergens. If uncertain, talk with a healthcare provider.
  • Contains soy (tofu, miso).
  • Miso and dashi may contain gluten; use gluten-free versions if needed.

Nutrition per serving

Nutrition details are for your reference only. Always speak with a professional for medical concerns.
  • Caloric Content: 75
  • Total Fat: 3 grams
  • Carbohydrates: 6 grams
  • Proteins: 6 grams

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