This isn’t your average instant ramen. This bowl is full of comfort and flavor, balanced with smart swaps to keep it light and satisfying. The savory broth pairs perfectly with hearty meat, tender noodles, and crisp veggies—making it a perfect high-protein, volume-friendly meal.
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 1)
Protein options (choose one):
- 4 oz lean ground beef or turkey, browned and seasoned
- or 3–4 small cooked frozen meatballs, halved or sliced
For the bowl:
- 1–2 oz dry ramen noodles (discard seasoning packet)
or 1–2 cups spiralized zucchini (“zoodles”)
or a mix of both! - 1/2 to 1 cup low-sodium beef or chicken broth
- 1/2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce or coconut aminos
- 1/4 tsp sesame oil (optional for depth of flavor)
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp onion powder
- Pinch of chili flakes or sriracha (optional)
Veggie add-ins:
- 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms
- 1/2 cup shredded cabbage or spinach
- 1/4 cup grated or julienned carrots
- Green onions, to serve
👩🍳 Instructions
- Prepare the protein:
- If using ground meat, brown it in a skillet with a pinch of garlic and onion powder. Drain if needed.
- If using meatballs, microwave or heat in a small skillet or saucepan until hot.
- Cook the noodles and/or zoodles:
- Cook ramen noodles according to package directions (typically 3 minutes), then drain.
- Lightly sauté zoodles until just tender (2–3 minutes) or microwave for 1 minute.
- Build the broth:
- In a small pot, combine broth, soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic powder, onion powder, and chili flakes.
- Add the mushrooms, carrots, and cabbage/spinach. Simmer for 3–5 minutes until veggies are tender.
- Assemble the bowl:
- In a large bowl, layer the noodles/zoodles.
- Pour the hot broth and veggies over top, and add the cooked protein.
- Top with green onions and more chili flakes or a drizzle of sriracha if desired.
🔄 Make It Your Own:
- Swap in frozen stir-fry veggies to save time
- Add a soft-boiled egg or extra protein like tofu or shrimp
- Use bone broth for even more protein per serving
- Mix noodles and zoodles for the best of both worlds—volume and texture!