Save time & money with our NEW Meal Planner!

Save time & money with Meal Planner!

5 Homemade Ramen Bowls Under 500 Calories

Published January 24, 2018
2 minute read
A bowl of homemade ramen is topped with a halved soft-boiled egg, sliced carrots, chicken pieces, green onions, and other vegetables. Black chopsticks rest on the bowl, and a dark cloth napkin lies beside it on a white surface. MyFitnessPal Blog
Published January 24, 2018
2 minute read
In This Article

Nothing inspires a ramen craving more than a cold, winter day. Stay inside and make your own with one of these five healthy recipes ranging from traditional chicken ramen to spiralized daikon ramen and a “clean-out-the-fridge” version loaded with leftover vegetables. This is definitely not the sodium-laden ramen of your college days.

1. CHICKEN RAMEN WITH QUICK PICKLED CARROTS | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

A store-bought rotisserie chicken is the key to making this 15-minute ramen. Tip: Make additional pickled carrots to add to salads and sandwiches throughout the week. Recipe makes 2 servings at 1/2 recipe each.

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 475; Total Fat: 19g; Saturated Fat: 4g; Monounsaturated Fat: 6g; Cholesterol: 186mg; Sodium: 326mg; Carbohydrate: 42g; Dietary Fiber: 4g; Sugar: 16g; Protein: 35g

2. VEGETARIAN RAMEN WITH GARLIC GINGER BROTH | THE ROASTED ROOT

Nutritional yeast is the secret ingredient in this ramen bowl, imparting depth of flavor and a velvety texture. For extra protein, top with a soft-boiled egg. Recipe makes 5 servings at 1/5 recipe each.

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 295; Total Fat: 9g; Saturated Fat: 1g; Monounsaturated Fat: 6g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 96mg; Carbohydrate: 31g; Dietary Fiber: 2g; Sugar: 1g; Protein: 6g

3. CLEAN-OUT-THE-FRIDGE MISO RAMEN | DAMN DELICIOUS

Clear out the leftover vegetables in your fridge for use in this miso-based, less than 200-calorie ramen. Top with a splash of Sriracha if you like heat. Recipe makes 4 servings at 1/4 recipe each.

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 198; Total Fat: 8g; Saturated Fat: 1g; Monounsaturated Fat: 3g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 367mg; Carbohydrate: 28g; Dietary Fiber: 3g; Sugar: 3g; Protein: 5g

4. SPIRALIZED DAIKON RAMEN WITH PORTOBELLO MUSHROOMS AND SOFT-BOILED EGG | INSPIRALIZED

With its crunchy texture, daikon absorbs the flavors of this simple, homemade broth. To reduce the carbs even further, swap zucchini for the daikon. Recipe makes 2 servings at 1/2 recipe each.

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 214; Total Fat: 7g; Saturated Fat: 1g; Monounsaturated Fat: 3g; Cholesterol: 93mg; Sodium: 324mg; Carbohydrate: 11g; Dietary Fiber: 2g; Sugar: 4g; Protein: 5g

5. JAPANESE RAMEN | UPROOT KITCHEN

Instant noodles are the shortcut to this ramen, requiring just 5 minutes to prep. By ditching the seasoning packet, the noodles are transformed into a nutritious vegetable-packed soup.

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 236; Total Fat: 5g; Saturated Fat: 2g; Monounsaturated Fat: 2g; Cholesterol: 186mg; Sodium: 381mg; Carbohydrate: 39g; Dietary Fiber: 3g; Sugar: 7g; Protein: 19g

The information in this article is provided solely for informational purposes. This information is not medical advice and should not be relied upon when making medical decisions, or to diagnose or treat a health condition or illness. You should seek the advice of a physician or a medical professional before beginning any dietary programs or plans, exercise regimen or any other fitness or wellness activities.

About the Authors

Meet the people behind the post

Related articles

More inspiration for you

3 minute read
This guide to fiber has all the science-backed information and expert advice you need
9 minute read
Organize your fridge like a pro with these expert tips to keep food fresh,
6 minute read
Learn how to chop vegetables the right way and reduce food waste. You’ll cut
6 minute read
Sarah Michelle Gellar shares her real-life tips for eating more protein and making healthy
In This Article
Recent posts
3 minute read
This guide to fiber has all the science-backed information and expert advice you need
9 minute read
Organize your fridge like a pro with these expert tips to keep food fresh,
6 minute read
Learn how to chop vegetables the right way and reduce food waste. You’ll cut