I recently bumped up my cardio a bit (and by recently I mean two days ago). As a result of the additional exercise, you would think I was starving to death. I am not.

To keep me from devouring an entire jar of almonds, I’ve turned to drinking more water and sipping on an occasional cup of almost instant…

Miso Hungry Soup

• 1 cup hot water
• 2 tsp miso paste
• 1/4 sheet of nori seaweed

Heat water in a microwave safe bowl or coffee mug. Stir in the miso paste and top with small pieces of nori seaweed. Sip! But no slurping, please.

Now, let’s address your questions…

• What the heck is miso? Miso is soybean paste usually made by mixing cooked soybeans with a salt, a grain, and a fermenting agent called koji. You’re probably wondering…
• Where do you buy miso paste? I found my miso paste in the refrigerated section of Whole Foods and my local grocery store. I’ve also spotted miso in the Asian section of my grocery store, but please read your labels so you’re not getting any extra unnecessary ingredients.
• How many calories are in this cup of soup? There are approximately 17 calories per cup…so make mine a double!
• Where’s the protein? Relax! I’ve been enjoying this soup before or after a meal or anytime I “think” I’m still hungry…it’s a great filler.
• But what if I want to add some protein to this recipe? Be my guest! To add some protein, replace the water with fish broth and/or add some tofu.
• I don’t have any additional questions about miso soup. Thanks, Joanna! Yourso welcome!

Now I really must go hit the shower…all of this cardio has made miso sweaty!