Three itsu noodle cups in various flavors next to three bowls of prepared Asian noodle dishes.

quick vegetarian meal ideas for students

Student life is busy, but eating well can still be quick and easy. itsu noodles & broth pots combine steamed rice noodles with restaurant-quality Japanese miso broth, giving you a nourishing base for quick vegetarian student meals. Add your favourite vegetables, tofu and toppings to make simple healthy student meals, from chilli miso noodles to satay-style noodle bowls. Here are a few easy ideas to try when you’re short on time.


satay style vegetarian noodles

serves 1 | prep time 1 min | cook time 5 mins

A quick and tasty vegetarian student meal that’s ready in just 5 minutes. Creamy peanut butter and coconut cream add flavour to itsu’s satay style instant noodles & broth pot, finished with peanuts, fresh coriander and a squeeze of lime. It’s an easy student meal for one when you’re short on time.

Spicy noodle soup with rice noodles, roasted peanuts, fresh cilantro, and a lime wedge.

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chilli miso & tofu noodles

serves 1 | prep time 1 min | cook time 5 mins

For a healthy student  meal with a little heat, try these chilli miso & tofu noodles. Start by adding cubed tofu to itsu chilli miso instant noodles and broth pots, leave for 5 minutes, then finish with crispy onions. An easy vegan student recipe that’s full of flavour.

Top-down view of a bowl of noodle soup with tofu, flat noodles, and crispy toppings.

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katsu curry noodles with crispy onions

serves 1 | prep time 1-2 mins | cook time 5 mins

These katsu curry noodles make a tasty and satisfying addition to your healthy student meals. Start by mixing the broth paste with gravy granules, add boiling water to itsu’s katsu curry noodles & broth pot and leave for 5 minutes. Finish with crispy onions for a tasty crunch. A healthy option when you’re looking for easy vegetarian meal ideas.

Bowl of savory noodle soup with flat noodles, crispy fried shallots, and green onions.

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chilli miso & mushroom noodles

serves 1 | prep time 2 mins | cook time 10 mins

Mushrooms and miso are a perfect match for a tasty bowl of noodles. Cook the shiitake in a little truffle oil until golden, then spoon over a freshly prepared itsu chilli miso instant noodles & broth pot. Ready in under 10 minutes, this vegan student recipe makes a flavour-packed addition to your vegetarian student meal line-up. It’s also a quick and healthy student meal option when the days get busy and you’re short on time.

A black bowl filled with flat rice noodles, sliced shiitake mushrooms, and clear broth.

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