Five 'itsu' instant noodle and broth cups with different flavor labels on a pink background.

best low calorie instant noodle pots

itsu’s instant noodle meal pots make it easy to enjoy a low-calorie, healthy meal in minutes. Created with chef and TV presenter Monica Galetti, these hand-folded noodles are steamed, not fried, gluten-free, and inspired by restaurant-style flavours. Each noodle pot includes a natural miso paste rich in umami flavour, blended in Nagano, Japan. Perfect for a quick lunch or a tasty meal on the go, these low-calorie instant noodle pots are healthy, satisfying, and full of flavour.


katsu curry noodles & broth pot

  • calories: 192 kcal per pot 
    This noodle pot features hand-folded rice noodles in a rich garlic and sesame miso broth infused with katsu curry flavours. This instant noodle cup takes inspiration from a classic Japanese dish, packed with bold umami flavour. Ready in under 5 minutes, simply add fresh spring onions and a drizzle of Sriracha to finish for an extra kick.

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vegan chilli miso noodles & broth pot

  • calories: 204 kcal per pot
    A spicy, vegan-friendly noodle cup featuring hand-folded rice noodles in a bold miso broth. The combination of chilli and miso offers a warming, flavour-packed experience. Top the noodle pot with cubed tofu and a sprinkling of itsu seaweed thins for added texture and taste.

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vegan satay style noodles & broth pot

  • calories: 223 kcal per pot
    Creamy peanut satay broth with rice noodles delivers a flavourful, low-calorie meal. This authentic, clean broth from Japan is ready to enjoy straight from the pot. For extra flavour, top your pot with coriander leaves and peanuts, then finish with a squeeze of lime.

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vegan chick’n ramen noodles & broth pot

  • calories: 206 kcal per pot
    This pot features steamed rice noodles paired with a clean, chicken-flavour miso broth. It’s a vegan-friendly option which delivers a rich, garlicky, and sesame-infused taste. Ready in under five minutes, add crisp vegetables, tofu cubes, or a handful of fresh coriander for a satisfying, low-calorie meal.

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vegan spicy chick’n noodles & broth pot

  • calories: 207 kcal per pot
    Rice noodles in a rich, savoury broth for a satisfying, low-calorie one-pot meal. Top your itsu noodle pot with shredded carrots, fresh coriander, or a splash of sesame oil for added flavour.

Itsu Spicy Ramen cup with prepared noodles in a red bowl and chopsticks.

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes itsu’s 'noodles worth loving' pots a good choice for low-calorie meals?
The range includes pots with calorie counts visibly listed (e.g., 192 kcal for the Katsu Curry pot, 223 kcal for the Satay Style). The noodles are steamed, not fried, and each broth is carefully blended by our Miso Master Yoshihiro in Nagano, Japan using quality ingredients like natural miso. This combination creates a nourishing meal that’s both healthy and full of delicious flavours.

How do I top my noodle pot without turning it into a high-calorie meal?
itsu offers plenty of healthy top your pot ideas. Try light, tasty additions like a soft-boiled egg, spring onion, tofu, crispy seaweed thins, or a drizzle of sesame oil. For more great healthy top your pot ideas, visit our ideas page.

Are all the itsu noodle pots gluten-free?
itsu's rice noodle pots are gluten-free. They are made with rice noodles that are steamed, not fried and contain no additives. Absolutely no MSG, no stabilisers, emulsifiers, gums or phosphates.