Quick Spring Shrimp Ramen low calorie high protein recipes

This speedy shrimp ramen is built for busy spring nights and light lunches. It uses precooked shrimp, plenty of greens, and a simple broth to keep calories low while packing protein. Swap in tofu or an extra egg to boost protein without adding fuss. For more fast ideas and party snacks that pair well with quick bowls, check out this list of easy finger foods. The recipe focuses on speed, clean flavors, and pantry friendly steps so you can eat well in under 30 minutes.

Quick Spring Shrimp Ramen

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A speedy shrimp ramen recipe perfect for busy spring nights, featuring precooked shrimp and plenty of greens in a light broth.

• Total Time: 30 minutes
• Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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• 6 ounces ramen noodles or thin wheat noodles
• 8 ounces precooked shrimp, thawed if frozen
• 4 cups low sodium vegetable broth
• 1 cup thinly sliced bok choy or baby spinach
• 1 small carrot, julienned
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
• 1 tablespoon low sodium soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
• 1 large egg or 4 ounces silken tofu for extra protein
• 2 green onions, sliced
• 1 teaspoon rice vinegar or lemon juice
• Optional: red pepper flakes and lime wedges for serving

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Instructions

1. Bring the vegetable broth to a gentle simmer in a medium pot.
2. Add garlic and ginger to the simmering broth and cook for 1 minute.
3. Stir in soy sauce and rice vinegar, then taste and adjust seasoning.
4. Add noodles and cook according to package directions until just tender.
5. In the last minute of noodle cooking add carrots and bok choy to blanch.
6. Gently heat precooked shrimp in the broth for 30 to 60 seconds until warmed through.
7. If using an egg, poach it directly in the simmering broth for about 3 minutes for a soft yolk.
8. Turn off heat and stir in sesame oil and tofu if using instead of egg.
9. Divide noodles, broth, shrimp, and vegetables between bowls.
10. Top with the egg or tofu, sprinkle green onions and optional red pepper flakes, and serve with lime wedges.

Notes

Use precooked shrimp to cut active time significantly and consider swapping noodles for shirataki or konjac noodles for fewer calories.

• Author: Chef Hanna
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 20 minutes
• Category: Main Course
• Method: Boiling
• Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 bowl
• Calories: 350
• Sugar: 3g
• Sodium: 400mg
• Fat: 8g
• Saturated Fat: 1g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6g
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 44g
• Fiber: 2g
• Protein: 25g
• Cholesterol: 185mg