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    Easy Healthy Ramen Noodles

    Published: Jan 23, 2025 by Neil 20 Comments

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    This easy healthy ramen noodles recipe is the ultimate comfort food. Made in just over 30 minutes it's perfect for busy weeknights!

    Over head view of two bowls of easy healthy ramen noodles one above the other. Chop sticks in between and a dish of finely chopped spring onions to the left. Salt and pepper cellars at the top right.

    If you're looking for an easy healthy ramen noodles recipe that's made totally from scratch, then look no further.

    It really is very easy to make your own homemade ramen noodles.

    This recipe is made from fresh, wholesome ingredients which come together to create a meal that's so satisfying and nutritious.

    Plus you're going to love the fact that everything is made all in the same pot, saving on washing up!

    You can pretty much use any leftover vegetables you have in the fridge to make this easy ramen noodles recipe.

    I used leftover carrot, spinach and spring onions. Broccoli would work too.

    I'd also recommend using shiitake mushrooms as an ingredient though if you can get them, just to add a little bit of authentic Asian flavour and texture!

    The earthy taste of these mushrooms pairs so well with the light, savoury home made broth and complements whatever other vegetables you choose to add!

    Front looking view of two bowls of easy to make healthy ramen noodles each topped with a halved soft boiled egg. Salt and pepper cellars to the top right.

    These easy healthy ramen noodles are so much healthier than the packets of dried instant ramen noodles we all remember from our college days.

    To flavour the broth I used light soy sauce so it's lower in salt. Make sure you use a similar low-sodium soy sauce by checking the bottles label.

    Along with the crushed garlic, freshly grated ginger and a little sesame oil, all these flavours help to make that delicious traditional Japanese ramen deep flavour.

    I used medium egg noodles. I did also try a version with wholewheat noodles that worked too.

    Or just use a packet of dried ramen noodles. You won't need the sauce though, unless you particularly want to add that!

    My easy healthy ramen noodles are vegetarian but feel free to add chicken or pork if you're not bothered about it being vegetarian.

    On serving I topped my healthy ramen bowls with a soft-boiled egg and chopped spring onions to give it that classic look.

    If you want to spice it up a little then you could easily sprinkle over a few chilli flakes.

    This is a great budget recipe. It's perfect for a quick lunch or busy weeknight dinner. I'm sure you'll soon be adding it to your list of weekly staples!

    Overhead view of a bowl of ramen noodles topped with a soft boiled egg and sliced spring onions. Above the bowl is the large casserole pot the recipe was made in containing the rest of the ramen noodles. In between are chop sticks and a dish of chopped spring onions.
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    • Why You Should Make Easy Healthy Ramen Noodles
    • Ingredients
    • Step By Step Instructions
    • Equipment
    • FAQ's
    • Other Popular Recipes Using Noodles To Try
    • ๐Ÿ“‹ Easy Healthy Ramen Noodles Recipe
    • Nutrition Label
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    Why You Should Make Easy Healthy Ramen Noodles

    • Home Made: This is an easy to make simple recipe that everyone can make.
    • One-Pot: It's made in one pot. Saving time. And dishes!
    • Customisable: Use leftover ingredients to reduce food waste.
    • Healthy: Packed with healthy veggies and low in calories and salt.
    • Budget: A low cost recipe using ingredients you have to hand.

    Ingredients

    Easy healthy ramen noodles ingredients all laid out on a table.
    • Olive oil - cooking olive oil is fine. No need for extra-virgin olive oil.
    • Carrots
    • Shiitake Mushrooms - used for authenticity but you could use other types.
    • Garlic Cloves - use only fresh.
    • Ginger - use freshly grated.
    • Stock/Broth - I use vegetable, you can use chicken too.
    • Light Soy Sauce - use a low sodium one.
    • Noodles - use dried medium egg or dried ramen noodles.
    • Baby Spinach - tender leaves that are of a milder flavour compared to regular spinach. You could use kale instead.
    • Sesame Oil
    • Spring Onions/Scallions - for decoration
    • Freshly Ground Salt and Black Pepper
    • 4 eggs - for adding a soft boiled egg (if required)

    See recipe card for quantities.

    Step By Step Instructions

    Detailed instructions are in the recipe card below. But here is a quick step by step guide of how to make ramen noodles:

    Olive oil gently heated in a large casserole pot with a wooden spatula in.

    Step 1

    • Gently heat the oil in a large casserole pot.
    Grated carrots, sliced shiitake mushrooms, garlic and ginger all sautéd together in large casserole pot.

    Step 2

    • Sauté grated carrots and sliced mushrooms until softened. Then stir in the garlic and ginger.
    Stock and soy sauce added to sautéd vegetables in large casserole pot.

    Step 3

    • Add stock and soy sauce. Bring to the boil and turn down to simmer.
    Noodles added in to ramen broth mixture in large casserole pot.

    Step 4

    • Stir in noodles and cook until softened.
    Baby spinach and sesame oil added to ramen noodle broth mixture.

    Step 5

    • Add spinach and sesame oil and cook until spinach has wilted.
    Easy healthy ramen noodles served in a white bowl with a soft boiled egg on top. Behind, rest of the ramen noodles recipe in large casserole pot with a ladle in.

    Step 6

    • Divide the soup into two bowls and top with the sliced spring onions and halved soft-boiled eggs.

    Equipment

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    This is the casserole pot I use. It's made of cast iron with a smooth enamel finish to reinforce durability and resistance.

    You'll see me using it in many of my recipes and recipe photographs.

    Hygienic and easy to clean there is no absorption of colours and tastes. It's ovenproof and suitable for all hob types.

    It also comes with a lifetime guarantee. You'll never need to buy another casserole pot after you buy this one!

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    FAQ's

    How Many Calories Are In Ramen Noodles?

    There are 337 calories in this homemade recipe.

    How To Make The Perfect Soft Boiled Egg For Ramen Noodles?

    Make sure your eggs are at room temperature. Put eggs into boiled simmering water in a saucepan using a slotted spoon. Boil for 7 minutes. Remove pot from heat and run under a cold tap. Once eggs have cooled slightly, peel off their shells. Then carefully cut the eggs in half and place on top of ramen.

    Are Ramen Noodles Healthy For A Diet?

    Instant dried ramen noodles are not particularly healthy. They lack fibre, protein and vitamins and minerals. Wholewheat noodles are much better. Or egg noodles, although these can be high in carbs and calories so watch your portion size.

    How To Store This Easy Ramen Noodles Recipe?

    Ramen noodles can be stored in the fridge in an air-tight container for about 3 days. Or you can freeze the broth without the eggs and sliced spring onions. Portion it up and transfer to airtight containers to freeze.

    How To Reheat Ramen Noodles?

    If frozen defrost in the fridge overnight before reheating. Best reheated gently in a saucepan on the stove top.

    Other Popular Recipes Using Noodles To Try

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    Stir Fried Scallops with Whole Wheat Noodles
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    Stir fried scallops with whole wheat noodles. Not only is this delicious dish ready to eat in less than half an hour, but by using frozen scallops you’ll keep the costs as low as possible.
    Over head view of two bowls of easy healthy ramen noodles one above the other. Chop sticks in between and a dish of finely chopped spring onions to the left. Salt and pepper cellars at the top right.
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    5 from 10 votes

    📋 Easy Healthy Ramen Noodles Recipe

    This easy healthy ramen noodles recipe is the ultimate comfort food. Made in just over 30 minutes it's perfect for busy weeknights!
    Prep Time15 minutes mins
    Cook Time20 minutes mins
    Total Time35 minutes mins
    Course: Dinner
    Cuisine: Asian
    Servings: 4
    Calories: 337kcal
    Author: Neil

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    This means that if you click on it and then buy that product I’ll get a small commission (at no extra cost to you of course).

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    Equipment

    • Casserole pot
    • Kitchen scale
    • Chopping board
    • Kitchen knives
    • Measuring spoons
    • Measuring jug
    • Peeler
    • Grater
    • Garlic press
    • Wooden spoon

    Ingredients

    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • 100 g grated carrots
    • 230 g thinly sliced shiitake mushrooms
    • 2 cloves garlic crushed
    • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger grated
    • 1.5 L chicken or vegetable stock
    • 6 tablespoon light soy sauce
    • 150 g dried medium egg or dried ramen noodles
    • 180 g baby spinach chopped
    • 2 teaspoon sesame oil
    • 4 spring onions thinly sliced
    • Freshly ground salt and black pepper
    • 4 eggs soft boiled
    Metric - US Customary

    Instructions

    • Gently heat the oil in a large casserole pot or saucepan.
    • Stir in the grated carrots and sliced mushrooms and sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened. Stir in the garlic and ginger and cook for 1 minute.
    • Add your chosen stock and soy sauce. Bring to the boil and turn down to simmer.
    • Stir in noodles and cook for 7-8 minutes until noodles softened.
    • Add baby spinach and sesame oil and cook for 2-3 minutes until spinach has wilted.
    • Divide the soup into two bowls and top soup bowls off with the sliced spring onions and halved soft-boiled eggs.
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    Nutrition

    Calories: 337kcal | Carbohydrates: 43g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.04g | Cholesterol: 195mg | Sodium: 3129mg | Potassium: 757mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 9570IU | Vitamin C: 17mg | Calcium: 109mg | Iron: 4mg

    Nutrition Label

    Nutritional information provided below is calculated using paid for online tools and the exact ingredients and quantities used above.

    Nutrition Facts
    📋 Easy Healthy Ramen Noodles
    Amount Per Serving
    Calories 337 Calories from Fat 108
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 12g18%
    Saturated Fat 3g19%
    Trans Fat 0.04g
    Polyunsaturated Fat 3g
    Monounsaturated Fat 5g
    Cholesterol 195mg65%
    Sodium 3129mg136%
    Potassium 757mg22%
    Carbohydrates 43g14%
    Fiber 5g21%
    Sugar 8g9%
    Protein 17g34%
    Vitamin A 9570IU191%
    Vitamin C 17mg21%
    Calcium 109mg11%
    Iron 4mg22%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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    Comments

    1. Patricia

      January 23, 2025 at 5:28 am

      5 stars
      Thanks for this healthy ramen noodles recipe Neil I'll add it to my list of healthy recipes to try! Patricia.

      Reply
      • Neil

        January 23, 2025 at 6:45 am

        Thanks Patricia, let me know what you think? ๐Ÿ™‚

        Reply
    2. angiesrecipes

      January 23, 2025 at 5:55 am

      5 stars
      Never a fan of ramen, but I seriously love those creamy runny yolk goodness.

      Reply
      • Neil

        January 23, 2025 at 6:48 am

        Thank you for sharing your thoughts Angie! I'm glad you loved the creamy, runny yolksโ€”it's one of my favourite parts too! Maybe this recipe could turn you into a ramen fan after all? ๐Ÿ˜Š

        Reply
    3. David @ Spiced

      January 25, 2025 at 1:26 pm

      5 stars
      This sounds absolutely delicious right now! It's cold here in the North Carolina mountains, and a good hot bowl of ramen sounds like the perfect lunch today. I might just do that! Thanks for the recipe!

      Reply
      • Neil

        January 26, 2025 at 7:22 am

        Hi David, thank you! A hot bowl of ramen is perfect for a chilly day in the mountains. Glad you are considering making this. Enjoy, and stay warm!

        Reply
    4. Frank | Memorie di Angelina

      January 25, 2025 at 4:18 pm

      5 stars
      Looks delicious, Neil! I love noodle soups of all kinds, and ramen is one of my favorites. So warming this time of year!

      Reply
      • Neil

        January 26, 2025 at 7:24 am

        Thanks Frank! I'm glad you love noodle soups tooโ€”ramen really is the perfect comfort food for this time of year definitely. Enjoy!

        Reply
    5. Jeff the Chef @ Make It Like a Man!

      January 27, 2025 at 1:14 pm

      5 stars
      I'm all about comfort foods in winter, especially ones that come together this quickly and easily! Thanks!

      Reply
      • Neil

        January 28, 2025 at 6:35 am

        Thanks Jeff! Iโ€™m so glad you appreciate quick and cozy comfort foods like me. This ramen is definitely a winter winner. Enjoy!

        Reply
    6. Shashi at Savory Spin

      January 27, 2025 at 5:36 pm

      5 stars
      So much flavor from that combo of crushed garlic, grated ginger, soy sauce, and sesame oil - I have some packages of ramen noodles hanging out in my kitchen so I am going to try this!

      Reply
      • Neil

        January 28, 2025 at 6:37 am

        Hey Shashi, thank you! ๐Ÿ™‚ That flavour combination really makes this dish taste amazing. I'm glad you're giving it a try. Hope you love it - and do let me know what you think!

        Reply
    7. Michelle

      January 28, 2025 at 10:11 pm

      5 stars
      What a beautiful and comforting bowl of ramen noodles, one of my ultimate favorite comfort meals!! Love how you've made it healthier, perfect for staying on track during the new year!

      Reply
      • Neil

        January 29, 2025 at 5:35 am

        Thank you Michelle! Ramen is one of my favourite comfort meals too, and I'm glad you love the healthier twist I've done. Wishing you a happy and healthy New Year!

        Reply
    8. sherry

      January 30, 2025 at 7:34 am

      5 stars
      great flavours here Neil. I do love a soft-boiled egg!
      cheers
      sherry

      Reply
      • Neil

        January 30, 2025 at 8:59 am

        Thank you, Sherry! A soft-boiled egg really takes it to the next level. Glad you like the flavours too. Cheers back at ya! ๐Ÿ™‚

        Reply
    9. Raymund | angsarap.net

      January 30, 2025 at 9:39 pm

      5 stars
      Your healthy ramen noodles recipe is such a lifesaver for busy weeknights! I love how it's packed with wholesome ingredients and comes together in just over 30 minutes. The addition of shiitake mushrooms for that authentic flavor is a great tip. This is definitely going on my must-try list. Thanks for sharing this fantastic comfort food recipe! ๐Ÿœ๐Ÿ˜Š

      Reply
      • Neil

        February 01, 2025 at 9:01 am

        Thank you Raymund! I'm glad you find it perfect for busy weeknightsโ€”quick, wholesome, and flavourful is exactly what I was going for. I know you're going to love it when you try it. Enjoy!"

        Reply
    10. 2pots2cook

      February 06, 2025 at 9:02 am

      5 stars
      I am sure everybody knows the feeling of "oh man, I'll get a cold, it's coming.... ": so whenever we have that "feeling" ramen is our best prevention food ! Thank you so much Neil !

      Reply
      • Neil

        February 08, 2025 at 1:01 pm

        Thatโ€™s such a great way to enjoy ramen! I love that itโ€™s your go-to comfort and prevention food. Thanks so much for your kind words and for trying my recipe!

        Reply
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