Easy Miso Recipes Besides Miso Soup
- Atsuko
- Sep 21
- 2 min read
Miso is often called a Japanese superfood.
Made from soybeans, miso is a rich plant-based protein source.
It also contains manganese, copper, zinc, B vitamins, and vitamin K.
Because it’s fermented with koji (a mold starter), miso also provides probiotics and enzymes that support gut health, immunity, and digestion.
That’s why miso is so much more than just miso soup.
Why Use Miso Beyond Miso Soup?
My friends in Singapore, who don’t cook miso soup every day, often ask me:
“What else can I use miso for other than miso soup?”
As my family has been producing miso for over 100 years, we’ve gathered generations of wisdom about how to enjoy miso in easy, healthy, and delicious ways.
Today, I’ll share 3 simple miso recipes you can make at home. They’re quick, tasty, and perfect if you have miso paste sitting in your fridge.
1. 🥕 Miso-Mayo Dip (Easy Miso Vegetable Dip)
This is the easiest way to start using miso.
The creamy richness of mayonnaise combined with the umami flavor of miso makes an irresistible dip.
Dip fresh vegetables such as carrots, cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, celery, bell peppers, cauliflower, broccoli, and daikon.
Once you start, you won’t be able to stop!
Ingredients
1 tablespoon miso
1 tablespoon mayonnaise
How to make
Mix miso and mayonnaise. Done in 10 seconds!
2. 🥗 Miso-Garlic Salad Dressing
This healthy miso salad dressing is my go-to for any salad.
It’s packed with flavor and gives you an energy boost thanks to fresh garlic.
Ingredients
1 clove garlic
1 tablespoon miso
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon vinegar
How to make
Grate or finely chop the garlic.
Mix everything together. Ready to serve!
3. 🍝 Miso-Tomato Pasta
Yes, you can use miso in pasta!
The sourness of tomatoes and the savory depth of miso are a perfect match.
This dish is refreshing, satisfying, and surprisingly simple.
Ingredients (for 2 servings)
1 clove garlic
1 medium onion
1 large tomato (or 1 can of tomatoes)
Olive oil
1 tablespoon miso
Pasta (100 g per person)
How to cook
Finely chop the garlic, onion, and tomato.
Put garlic and olive oil in a frying pan, then heat and sauté until fragrant.
Add onion and cook until translucent.
Add tomato and cook for 5 minutes.
Stir in miso.
Toss with cooked pasta.
🌿 Tips for Choosing the Best Miso
Not all miso is the same. Some are artificially fermented to save time, but naturally fermented miso has a richer flavor and more health benefits.
When buying, look for:
“Naturally fermented” on the label
Few, simple ingredients (soybeans, salt, koji, and sometimes rice or barley)
Choosing good-quality miso makes a huge difference.
✅ Final Thoughts
Miso is more than just soup—it’s a versatile superfood that can transform dips, dressings, and even pasta. Try these easy recipes today and discover new ways to enjoy miso at home.
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