Description
Pesto Ramen is a quick and easy fusion dish that combines vibrant basil pesto with comforting ramen noodles and vegetable broth. Ready in under 20 minutes, this vegetarian-friendly recipe offers fresh herbaceous flavors balanced with savory richness, perfect for a fast weeknight meal or an impressive dish to share.
Ingredients
Scale
- 200g fresh or instant ramen noodles
- 2–3 tablespoons basil pesto (store-bought or homemade)
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
- Parmesan cheese, grated (optional)
Instructions
- Start by warming the vegetable broth in a saucepan over medium heat. Add a splash of olive oil and minced garlic, sautéing for 1-2 minutes until fragrant to infuse the broth with aromatic flavor.
- Meanwhile, cook the ramen noodles according to the package instructions, usually around 3-4 minutes, until tender but still springy. Drain and set aside.
- Stir in 2-3 tablespoons of basil pesto directly into the hot broth, mixing until smooth and creamy. Toss in halved cherry tomatoes and let them warm through without losing their bright color and texture.
- Place the cooked ramen noodles into bowls, ladle the pesto broth over them, and garnish generously with fresh basil leaves and optional Parmesan. Serve immediately to enjoy the warm, vibrant flavors.
Notes
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 5mg