Steam subtly rising from the tawny-colored soup, highlighting the round slices of radish floating on top - their rosy edges and white centers creating a visual contrast. Green specks of thyme and thin scallions scattered sporadically catches the eye. The bowl sits on a dark wooden table, a thyme sprig and a wooden ladle lie purposely nearby.

Autumn Whisper: Thyme-Infused Pumpkin Miso Soup

Name: Autumn Whisper: Thyme-Infused Pumpkin Miso Soup
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Fusion
Ingredients: thyme, a handful finely chopped; pumpkin, 2 cups peeled and cubed; white miso paste, 4 tablespoons None; vegan dashi or vegetable broth, 4 cups None; radish, 1 whole thinly sliced; scallions, 2 stalks chopped; olive oil, 2 tablespoons None; sea salt, to taste None

Category Soup

Prep 10 minutes

Cook 30 minutes

Style Fusion

Technique Boiling

Diet Friendly Vegan

Daily Recipe: October 15, 2025

In a improvised fusion twist on the traditional Japanese soup dish combining comforting flavors with the warmth of the autumn season, we are going to create a pumpkin miso soup with a kiss of thyme. Miso and thyme both offer unique elements that make this soup a treat on its own.

Ingredients (for 4)

Thyme - a handful - finely chopped
Pumpkin - 2 cups - peeled and cubed
White miso paste - 4 tablespoons
Vegan dashi or vegetable broth - 4 cups
Radish - 1 whole - thinly sliced
Scallions - 2 stalks - chopped
Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
Sea salt - to taste

Preparation

Step 1 - 🥘 🍠 🔥

In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add 2 cups of cubed pumpkin and cook until lightly browned, for about 10-12 minutes.
Step 2 - 🍲 🌱 🔥

Pour in 4 cups of Vegan Dashi or Vegetable Broth into the pot and bring it to a simmer.
Step 3 - 🥣 🌿 ⏳

Stir in 4 tablespoons of white miso paste until it's fully dissolved. Lower the heat, add a handful of finely chopped thyme, and let the soup simmer for 15 minutes.
Step 4 - 👅 🧂 ✔️

Check the seasoning of the soup. If necessary, add sea salt to taste.
Step 5 - 🥣 🍜 🥬

Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with a whole radish, thinly sliced, and 2 stalks of chopped scallions.

Additional

This soup is a great way to incorporate seasonal autumn produce and interesting Japanese flavors. For an even more attractive presentation, consider serving in rustic wooden bowls.