Miso soup with fuyu cubes

Miso soup with fuyu cubes is a comforting Japanese soup that combines a savory dashi broth with fermented miso paste and firm, cubed fuyu persimmons. The dish typically includes tofu, wakame seaweed, and green onions, creating a unique balance of savory, umami, and subtle sweet flavors. It's a popular variation of traditional miso soup, often enjoyed in autumn when persimmons are in season.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This soup is generally low in fat and calories, providing a good source of plant-based protein from tofu and essential minerals like sodium and potassium. A typical serving offers around 70-100 calories, with the miso contributing probiotics and the persimmons adding natural sweetness and fiber.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	85 kcal
Protein	5 g
Carbs	10 g
Fat	3 g
Fiber	2 g
Sugar	4 g
Sodium	650 mg
Sodium	650 mg
Potassium	180 mg
Manganese	0.3 mg
Copper	0.1 mg
Selenium	4 mcg
Vitamin A	15% DV
Vitamin K	10% DV
Iron	1 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, this dish showcases the Japanese principle of 'shun' (旬), which emphasizes eating ingredients at their peak seasonal freshness. Nutritionally, the combination of fermented miso with persimmon offers a unique blend of gut-friendly probiotics and antioxidants like beta-carotene.