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Mason Jar Instant Noodle Cups noodle pull with light noodles

Meal Prep Instant Noodle Cups

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Meal Prep Instant Noodle Cups are a healthier version to packaged ramen noodle options! Assemble your jars on Sunday, and during the week, simply add boiled water straight from the kettle! 

Course Meal Prep Lunch
Cuisine American
Keyword Instant Noodle Soup, Meal Prep Soup
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 minutes
Servings 1 jar
Calories 346
Author Steph

Equipment

  • Weck tulip jar

Ingredients

  • 1 cup cooked ramen noodles
  • 1/2 cup cooked rotisserie or shredded chicken
  • 1/4 cup carrots, julienne cut
  • 1/4 cup frozen edameme beans, thawed.
  • 1/4 cup cilantro
  • 2 tbsp chopped green onion
  • add salt to your own preference. The amount used will depend on the saltiness of your soy sauce

Flavor Base

  • 1/2 tsp sesame oil
  • 1-2 tsp chicken broth powder
  • 1 tsp soy sauce, low sodium
  • 1/2 tsp sriracha add more to taste
  • 1/2 tsp rice vinegar optional

Instructions

  • Cook the ramen noodles according to the package directions. Rinse under cold water, drain and set aside.

Assembly for meal prep

  • To a 1/2 pint jar, add the flavor base ingredients.
  • Add the cooked chicken to the jar.
  • Add the noodles to the jar.
  • Add the carrots and edememe.
  • Add the cilantro and green onion.
  • Put the lids in the jar and store in the fridge for up to 4 days.

To eat

  • Boil water, and pour into jar and gently stir your soup.
  • Put the lid on and steep for 3-4 minutes.
  • Add salt yo your preference, and enjoy immediately!

Notes

I prefer to use the wide mouth weck jars, but res assured, you can use any 1/2 pint jar you like! 

Nutrition

Calories: 346kcal | Carbohydrates: 49g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 7g | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g