Description
Discover the vibrant and nutritious Miso Bowl (High-Protein), a delightful meal perfect for lunch or dinner. This dish features a colorful array of fresh vegetables, including crunchy kale and red cabbage, complemented by protein-packed edamame. Tossed in a flavorful miso sauce, this bowl is not only quick to prepare but also versatile, allowing you to customize it with your favorite grains and proteins. Whether you’re rushing through a busy weeknight or prepping meals in advance, this healthy option bursts with flavor and nutrients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large bunch kale (about 4 packed cups chopped)
- 1/2 medium red cabbage (about 4 packed cups chopped)
- 10 ounces shelled frozen edamame
- Drizzle of olive oil (or lemon juice)
- 1 teaspoon onion powder (optional)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
- 3/4 teaspoon sumac (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt-free seasoning (or salt to taste)
- 3 scallions (thinly sliced – white and light green parts)
- 1/2 cup chopped cilantro (or parsley, mint, or basil)
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 1/2 cup unsalted peanuts (roughly chopped – optional)
- 1 1/2 tablespoons white miso (or mellow miso)
- 1 tablespoon tamari (or soy sauce – preferably reduced sodium)
- 3 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 1/2 inches ginger (minced or grated)
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup (or date syrup – to taste)
- 8 ounces soba noodles (or vermicelli noodles, quinoa, farro, or kamut)
Instructions
- Wash and chop kale and red cabbage into bite-sized pieces.
- Boil soba noodles according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- Cook shelled edamame in boiling water for about 5 minutes; drain.
- In a small bowl, whisk together miso, tamari, rice vinegar, minced garlic, minced ginger, and maple syrup until smooth.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine chopped kale, cabbage, cooked edamame, scallions, sesame seeds, and peanuts (if using). Drizzle with olive oil or lemon juice.
- Add cooked noodles and pour the sauce over everything; toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately or chill for later enjoyment.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Mixing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 0mg