Gut-Healthy Miso Cup Soup

Name: Gut-Healthy Miso Cup Soup
Total time: 15 min
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon water; 2 teaspoons white miso; 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil; 1 cup cooked brown rice; 1 cup cooked shelled frozen edamame; 1 small head baby bok choy, thinly sliced; 3/4 cup sliced scallions, divided; 1 (7-ounce) package sesame-ginger baked tofu, drained and cubed (1/2-inch); 1 1/2 teaspoons lime juice; 1 1/2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger; 2 1/4 cups reduced-sodium vegetable broth, divided; Lime wedges for serving (optional)

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This miso soup is packed with gut-healthy ingredients like miso, a fermented paste that may improve digestion plus reduce gas and bloating. The base of the soup is prepared in advance and stored in separate containers. When you’re ready to enjoy it, simply add the broth and heat it in the microwave. If you don’t wish to travel with vegetable broth or don’t have access to a microwave, you can use reduced-sodium bouillon instead and just add hot water. Cover and let the soup stand for 10 minutes before serving.

By

Jasmine Smith

Published on December 21, 2023

Tested by

Amanda Holstein

Reviewed by Dietitian

Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD

Ingredients

1 tablespoon water
2 teaspoons white miso
1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
1 cup cooked brown rice
1 cup cooked shelled frozen edamame
1 small head baby bok choy, thinly sliced
3/4 cup sliced scallions, divided
1 (7-ounce) package sesame-ginger baked tofu, drained and cubed (1/2-inch)
1 1/2 teaspoons lime juice
1 1/2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger
2 1/4 cups reduced-sodium vegetable broth, divided
Lime wedges for serving (optional)

Directions

Whisk water, miso and sesame oil together in a small bowl; divide among 3 (1-pint) canning jars or microwaveable airtight containers (about 2 teaspoons each). Top each with 1/3 cup rice, 1/3 cup edamame, 1/3 cup bok choy, 1/4 cup scallions, 1/2 cup tofu, 1/2 teaspoon lime juice and 1/2 teaspoon ginger. Cover and refrigerate for up to 3 days.

Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall , Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless
To prepare 1 jar of soup: Add 3/4 cup broth to the jar. Microwave, uncovered, on High in 1-minute increments, stirring between each, until the soup is steaming hot and the vegetables are tender, 2 to 3 minutes total. Let cool for 5 minutes. Serve with a lime wedge, if desired.

Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall , Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless

To make ahead

Prepare through Step 1. Refrigerate covered jars for up to 3 days.

Equipment

3 (1-pint) canning jars or microwaveable airtight containers

Nutrition Information

Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups

Calories 267, Fat 10g, Saturated Fat 2g, Cholesterol 0mg, Carbohydrates 27g, Total Sugars 5g, Added Sugars 0g, Protein 16g, Fiber 6g, Sodium 499mg, Potassium 376mg

EatingWell.com, December 2023