Ramen Noodles with Miso Pesto

Fresh ramen noodles tossed in a vibrant green pesto made with spinach, cilantro, and white miso. This Japanese-fusion dish combines the comfort of ramen with bright, herbaceous flavors.

4 servings
20 min

Ingredients

  • 4 cups baby spinach
  • 2 cups cilantro leaves with tender stems
  • 1 Tbsp white miso
  • 1 clove garlic
  • ½ cup grapeseed or sunflower oil
  • 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
  • 1 tsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 pinch Kosher salt
  • 2 packages fresh ramen noodles
  • 1 Tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 Tbsp toasted sesame seeds

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    Bring a medium pot of water to a boil.

    8 min

  2. 2.

    Meanwhile, purée spinach, cilantro, miso, garlic, grapeseed oil, sesame oil, and lemon juice in a blender until mixture is smooth and very green. Season with salt and pour pesto into a medium bowl.

    5 min

  3. 3.

    Cook noodles according to package directions. Drain and add to bowl with pesto. Add butter and toss until butter is melted and noodles are coated in sauce.

    5 min

  4. 4.

    Divide noodles between bowls and top with sesame seeds.

    2 min

  5. 5.

    Pesto can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill. Color might darken slightly.