Instant Noodles
Pre-fried dried wheat noodles with a seasoning sachet; a global convenience food.
Nutrition per 100 g
Standardised to 100 g of instant noodles, dry for fair comparison. Typical serving: 1 pack (70 g dry) — 315 kcal per 70 g serving.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving (70 g) | Per 100 kcal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Energy | 450 kcal | 315 kcal | 100 kcal |
| Protein | 10 g | 7 g | 2.2 g |
| Carbohydrate | 61.4 g | 43 g | 13.7 g |
| Fat | 17.9 g | 12.5 g | 4 g |
| Fibre | 2.9 g | 2 g | 0.6 g |
Figures are typical values and vary with variety, preparation and brand.
Micronutrients
Vitamins and minerals per 100 g of instant noodles, with a typical serving and FDA Daily Value for adults.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving (70 g) | % DV |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamins | |||
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0 mg | 0% |
| Thiamin | 0.01 mg | 0.007 mg | <1% |
| Riboflavin | 0.09 mg | 0.063 mg | 7% |
| Niacin | 0.097 mg | 0.068 mg | <1% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.012 mg | 0.008 mg | <1% |
| Minerals | |||
| Calcium | 9.1 mg | 6.4 mg | <1% |
| Iron | 0.15 mg | 0.11 mg | <1% |
| Magnesium | 4.5 mg | 3.2 mg | 1% |
| Phosphorus | 8.1 mg | 5.7 mg | <1% |
| Potassium | 64.2 mg | 44.9 mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 4.7 mg | 3.3 mg | <1% |
| Zinc | 0.061 mg | 0.043 mg | <1% |
| Copper | 0.035 mg | 0.025 mg | 4% |
| Manganese | 0.18 mg | 0.13 mg | 8% |
Source: USDA FoodData Central — Cranberries, dried, sweetened
% DV uses FDA Daily Values for adults. Nutrients that USDA does not report for this entry are omitted. Values vary with variety, preparation and brand.
Why eat instant noodles?
- Extremely cheap and quick.
- A usable base once vegetables and protein are added.
How to include it
- Use half the seasoning sachet.
- Add egg, frozen vegetables and tofu to make it a meal.
Things to consider
- A single pack can supply most of a day's sodium.
- Fried noodles are high in saturated fat and low in micronutrients.
Educational content. This article is for general information and is not medical advice. Speak to a qualified health professional about your individual circumstances.
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