Welcome to a world of delicious and Budget-Friendly Ramen Dinner Ideas! Ramen, the beloved Japanese noodle dish, has gained immense popularity around the globe for its comforting flavors and versatility. Whether you're a student on a tight budget, a busy professional looking for a quick and satisfying meal, or simply a ramen enthusiast seeking new culinary adventures, we've got you covered. In this recipe collection, we'll explore various creative and affordable ways to elevate your ramen game, without breaking the bank. From simple ingredient swaps to unique flavor combinations, transform humble packets of instant ramen into mouthwatering, wallet-friendly feasts.
Let's dive into the world of budget-friendly ramen dinners and discover how to savor every slurp without compromising on taste or your budget!
Ginger Scallion Ramen Noodles
Add scallions and ginger to ramen to instantly elevate the flavor of a cheap meal option. Recipe by Olives for Dinner.
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Loaded Sausage Ramen Bowl
Load up a ramen bowl with sausage, onions, and peas for a great way to make a top-notch budget meal. Recipe by 24 Bite.
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Chicken Ramen Noodle Cabbage Salad
This salad has a little bit of everything; cabbage, chicken, shredded carrots and of course ramen to make it a budget friendly option. Recipe by I Heart Naptime
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Cheesy Cheese Ramen
Adding cheese to ramen makes it a comforting dish for two. Add your favorite veggies to make a meal of this. Recipe by Pups with Chopsticks.
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Cheddar Broccoli Ramen
This broccoli and cheddar recipe for ramen is so creamy. You are sure to love this twist on noodles. Recipe by Bitz N Giggles.
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Ramen Lasagna
Lasagna goes budget friendly with this viral recipe. This makes a great meal option for two. Recipe by Viral Recipes.
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Easy Beef Lo Mein with Asparagus
This recipe puts ramen to work to make an easy beef lo mein that is so satisfying. Asparagus is a perfect partner for this budget friendly dish. Recipe by Julie’s Eats and Treats.
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Korean Pork Soup
This soup is spicy and hearty. It has eggs, bok choy, pork and of course ramen for a filling meal. Recipe by Gypsy Plate.
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Spicy Miso Soup with Ramen
If you crave soup, you can skip the take out order! This easy recipe combines chili, peanut butter, pork and noodles to make a soup that is so good! Recipe by The Healthy Epicurean.
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Pork and Peanut Dragon Noodles
You can make dragon noodles at home with ease if you have some ramen noodles in hand. This meal is easy to make and easy on your grocery budget too. Recipe by Urban Bliss.
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Dragon Shrimp Noodles
Grab a pack of noodles and get started on this recipe for dinner. You only need 20 minutes to make these for a great meal on a busy night. Recipe by Boulder Locavore.
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Ramen Cabbage Salad
Don’t forget to grab some cabbage and make this salad. It is great for meal prepping a healthy lunch with a little crunch. Recipe by Pattern Pirate .
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Ramen Bowls with Beef
If you need a fast meal that you can make with ingredients you probably have on hand, check out this recipe for ramen bowls with beef. These are simple yet delicious. Recipe by Wholesome Farmhouse Recipes.
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Easy Peanut Butter Noodles
Craving peanut butter noodles? This recipe couldn’t be easier! This cheap meal tastes even better than carryout. Recipe by Simply Scrumptious Eats.
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Ramen Noodle Salad
This ramen salad has toasted almonds and plenty of cabbage to give it a great flavor. You can make this ahead of time and serve it for dinner, or pack it into mason jars for a portable lunch. Recipe by Small Town Woman.
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Vegetarian Ramen with Tofu
Tofu ramen is spicy, filling and so easy to make. This is a perfect vegetarian meal option that won’t break your budget. Recipe by Marley’s Menu.
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Grilled Veggie Ramen
Add some grilled veggies for color and flavor. This easy way to upgrade ramen is a recipe to keep on hand for fast food this summer. Recipe by Herbs and Flour.
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Homemade Ground Turkey Ramen
Adding ground turkey to your ramen is a good way to fill up with healthy proteins and tasty noodles. Recipe by The Oregon Dietician.
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Kimchi Ramen Noodle Soup
You can get this soup served in a half an hour for a really great meal that makes good use of your ramen noodles. Recipe by The Forked Spoon.
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Veggie Brown Rice Ramen Stir Fry
If you haven’t tried brown rice ramen noodles, then you are going to want to make this easy stir fry and discover what the hype is about. This makes for a perfect meal for two that you can load up with your favorite veggies. Recipe by Love From the Table.
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Beef Coconut Curry Ramen
Craving something spicy? This recipe makes for such an easy dinner that you are going to want to keep in your meal plan rotation. Recipe by Naturallie Plant Based.
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Easy Spicy Ramen
Craving something spicy? This recipe makes for such an easy dinner that you are going to want to keep in your meal plan rotation. Recipe by Naturallie Plant Based.
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Sesame Ramen Noodles
If you like sesame flavors, then you will love these easy ramen noodles for a fast meal!Recipe by Spend with Pennies.
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Peanut Butter Ramen
Toss some creamy peanut butter into your ramen for a meal that tastes like take out, but is so easy to make. You probably have the ingredients you need in your pantry. Recipe by Salt and Spoon.
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Easy Teriyaki Noodles
Teriyaki noodles are so good! Who knew they were so easy to make? This is a great dinner to stretch your food budget. Recipe by Centsless Meals.
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Nancy says
Perfect list of ramen recipes. I can’t wait to try that cheesy noodle
Andréa Janssen says
What a great wrap-up of recipes. Certainly going to try the spicy ramen noodles, but the ramen salad also sounded great. Maybe for my next work lunch!
Nora says
So many wonderful recipes! It's hard to decide which one to try first! Thanks for the great collection!
Stephanie says
A great list of ramen dishes that are budget-friendly. Anything delicious that saves on the grocery bill is a must-make in my house!
Mary says
Mine too!