Eat Well Recipe: Upcycled Broccoli Stalk & Miso Soup
Upcycled Broccoli Stalk & Miso Soup Ingredients 2 cups broccoli stalks (peeled and chopped) 1 tbsp white or yellow miso paste 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth 2 green onions (sliced) 1 tsp fresh ginger (grated) 1 clove garlic (minced) Instructions & Method Sauté: In a medium pot, heat a splash of water or a teaspoon of olive oil. Add the garlic, ginger, and green onions, sautéing for 1–2 minutes until fragrant. Simmer: Add the chopped broccoli stalks and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10–12 minutes until the stalks are fork-tender. Blend: Purée the soup using an immersion blender until completely smooth. Incorporate Miso: Remove the pot from the heat. In a small bowl, whisk the miso paste with a ladle of warm soup broth until smooth, then stir it back into the pot. Serve warm. Tips for Success (Heart Health) Upcycling nutrient-dense broccoli stalks delivers an abundance of dietary fibre and potassium, which work in tandem to m...