Recipes Health Conditions Cancer Protection Miso Soup for Breakfast Recipe By Stephanie Lang, MS, RDN, CDN facebook twitter instagram Stephanie Forsythe, MS, RDN, CNSC, is a registered dietitian nutritionist who has developed recipes and blog content for Savor Health. Learn about our editorial process Stephanie Lang, MS, RDN, CDN Medically reviewed by Medically reviewed by Richard Fogoros, MD on March 15, 2017 Richard N. Fogoros, MD, is a retired professor of medicine and board-certified internal medicine physician and cardiologist. He is Verywell's Senior Medical Advisor. Learn about our Review Board Richard Fogoros, MD Updated on September 20, 2019 Print Stephanie Lang, MS, RDN, CDN (14 ratings) Total Time: 10 min Prep Time: 5 min Cook Time: 5 min Servings: 1 Nutrition Highlights (per serving) 165 calories 8g fat 15g carbs 12g protein Show Nutrition Label Hide Nutrition Label Nutrition Facts Servings: 1 Amount per serving Calories 165 % Daily Value* Total Fat 8g 10% Saturated Fat 1g 5% Cholesterol 0mg 0% Sodium 709mg 31% Total Carbohydrate 15g 5% Dietary Fiber 4g 14% Total Sugars 5g Includes 0g Added Sugars 0% Protein 12g Vitamin D 0mcg 0% Calcium 190mg 15% Iron 3mg 17% Potassium 427mg 9% *The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calorie a day is used for general nutrition advice. Step out of your breakfast rut and try a steaming bowl of miso soup to kick off your morning meal. A typical American breakfast tends to be high in added sugar and/or saturated fat. This soup, on the other hand, is lean, light, and full of good-for-you ingredients. Miso paste is made from fermented beans and sometimes grains, and like yogurt, it is full of live, active cultures. Keep a small tub of miso paste in your refrigerator; it keeps fresh for a long time and is a great addition to salad dressings, soups, and even popcorn. A soothing miso based "broth" makes a quick and easy base for almost any vegetable and protein. This single serving recipe uses chopped scallions, shredded carrots, and a handful of chopped soft tofu for body and protein. Ingredients 10 ounces water 2 small scallions, finely chopped 1/4 medium carrot, shredded 1 tablespoon white miso paste 1/2 cup soft tofu 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds Preparation Bring the water, scallions, and carrot to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer. Place the miso paste in a small bowl and ladle a quarter to half a cup water into the bowl. Stir quickly with a fork or whisk until no clumps remain. Pour the mini bowl of miso and water into the pot of water. Add the tofu and sesame seeds and stir. Pour into a bowl or mug and serve. Ingredient Variations and Substitutions Do you love miso soup? Turn it into a more robust meal by adding in some cooked soba or whole wheat noodles or a scoop of cooked brown rice. Stir in steamed broccoli or bok choy, and you can even add a ramen-style boiled egg for additional protein. Cooking and Serving Tips A lot of cultures around the world eat savory breakfasts. Branch out and try eating leftovers from last night's dinner for breakfast, or include more beans, tofu, or even chicken and fish at the breakfast meal. You may feel more satisfied with a more robust morning meal. Plus, it is a great way to cut down on added sugars and maybe even get an additional serving of veggies! Rate this Recipe You've already rated this recipe. Thanks for your rating! Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Get simple, delicious recipes to help you eat well without feeling deprived. Sign Up You're in! Thank you, {{form.email}}, for signing up. There was an error. Please try again. What are your concerns? Other Inaccurate Hard to Understand Submit