Who doesn’t love a cozy, steaming bowl of homemade ramen? Therefore if you’re trying to eat healthier, traditional ramen, it can sometimes feel a bit heavy and high in sodium. On the other hand, homemade ramen is a lighter, nutrient-packed noodle bowl that gives you all the comforting flavors of ramen along with a healthy twist. It is perfect for a quick lunch or dinner, this healthier noodle bowl lets you enjoy ramen while maintaining healthy diet routine.
Homemade Ramen: A Healthier Bowl
Homemade Ramen is the perfect way to enjoy all the comforting flavors of ramen while keeping things light and nutritious. This healthier noodle bowl is customizable. You can add in your favorite vegetables or even swap in tofu or chicken for extra protein. This dish is perfect for when you want a comforting meal without sacrificing your health goals. Enjoy your bowl of healthy homemade Ramen.
Servings 2 people
Calories 400kcal
Cost $4 - $7
Equipment
- 1 Medium or Large Pot To boil the broth and cook the noodles/veggies together
- 1 Strainer/Colander To drain the noodles (if cooked separately)
- 1 Knife To chop/slice the vegetables and aromatics
- 1 Cutting Board For safe and clean chopping
- 1 Ladle To serve the broth into bowls easily
- 1 Mixing Spoon To stir the broth, noodles, and veggies
- 1 Measuring Cups and Spoons To measure broth, soy sauce, sesame oil, etc.
- 1 Spiralizer or Peeler (optional) If you want to spiralize the zucchini
Ingredients
- 1 Pack pack Cook according to package instructions
- 1 tbsp Sesame oil For sautéing garlic and ginger
- 1 clove Garlic Minced
- 1 tbsp Fresh ginger Grated
- 4 cups Vegetable or chicken broth Low-sodium preferred
- 1-2 tbsp Soy sauce or tamari Low-sodium preferred
- 1 cup Mushrooms (shiitake or cremini) Sliced
- 1/2 cip Shredded carrots Fresh
- 1 small Zucchini Spiralized or thinly sliced
- 1 cup cup Fresh; will wilt quickly
- 1/2 cup Cooked edamame Shelled
- Green onions Chopped; for garnish
- Sesame seeds Optional; for garnish
- Chili flakes Optional; for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Noodles Cook the noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté Aromatics In a large pot, heat the sesame oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, sautéing for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. This will give your broth a warm, aromatic base.
- Add the Broth and Flavorings Pour in the low-sodium vegetable or chicken broth, and add the soy sauce. Then simmer.
- Add the Vegetables Toss in the mushrooms, shredded carrots, and spiralized zucchini. Simmer for about 5 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender but still crisp.
- Add the Spinach and Edamame Add the spinach and edamame, letting them warm through for another 2-3 minutes. The spinach will wilt quickly, and the edamame adds a boost of protein.
- Assemble the Bowl Divide the cooked noodles among bowls and ladle the hot broth and vegetables over the top. The noodles will soak up some of the broth, making each bite flavorful.
- Garnish and Serve Top with chopped green onions, sesame seeds, and a sprinkle of chili flakes if you want a bit of heat. Enjoy this bowl warm for a cozy, nutritious meal!
Notes
Homemade ramen offers all the comforting flavors of traditional ramen but in a lighter, healthier way. Packed with nutrients and lower in sodium, it's perfect for a quick, wholesome lunch or dinner while supporting a healthy diet.
Ingredients for Homemade Ramen
For this healthy noodle bowl, you’ll need:
- 1 pack rice noodles or whole wheat noodles – for a lower-carb or fiber-rich option
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable or chicken broth – the base of the soup
- 1 cup baby spinach – for added greens
- 1 cup mushrooms (shiitake or cremini), sliced – for umami flavor
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots – adds color and sweetness
- 1 small zucchini, spiralized or thinly sliced – a light and nutritious filler
- 1/2 cup cooked edamame – for plant-based protein
- 1 clove garlic, minced – adds depth of flavor
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated – for warmth and digestive benefits
- 1-2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce or tamari – adds flavor without too much salt
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil – for a hint of richness
- Green onions, chopped – for garnish
- Sesame seeds or chili flakes – optional toppings
Recipe for Homemade Ramen (Procedure)
Here’s how to make this healthier ramen-inspired noodle bowl:
- Prepare the Noodles
Cook the noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside. - Sauté Aromatics
In a large pot, heat the sesame oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, sautéing for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. This will give your broth a warm, aromatic base. - Add the Broth and Flavorings
Pour in the low-sodium vegetable or chicken broth, and add the soy sauce. Then simmer. - Add the Vegetables
Toss in the mushrooms, shredded carrots, and spiralized zucchini. Simmer for about 5 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender but still crisp. - Add the Spinach and Edamame
Add the spinach and edamame, letting them warm through for another 2-3 minutes. The spinach will wilt quickly, and the edamame adds a boost of protein. - Assemble the Bowl
Divide the cooked noodles among bowls and ladle the hot broth and vegetables over the top. The noodles will soak up some of the broth, making each bite flavorful. - Garnish and Serve
Top with chopped green onions, sesame seeds, and a sprinkle of chili flakes if you want a bit of heat. Enjoy this bowl warm for a cozy, nutritious meal.
Conclusion
Finally to sum up, I would say that homemade Ramen is the perfect way to enjoy all the comforting flavors of ramen while keeping things light and nutritious. I recommend this healthier noodle bowl for customizable options, if you like. We can add in our favorite vegetables or even swap in tofu or chicken for extra protein. Moreover, this homemade dish is perfect, when you want a comforting meal without sacrificing your health goals. Super enjoy this healthy and tasty bowl of homemade Ramen.
