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Mike's Mighty Good Ramen Cup Soup, Beef
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Mike's Mighty Good Ramen Cup Soup, Beef

Mike's Mighty Good
1.80 oz
Available at Foodtown
230
Calories
7g
Protein
3g
Sugars
720mg
Sodium
2g
Fiber
64
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Mike's Mighty Good Ramen Cup Soup, Beef is a single-serve craft-ramen cup that marries the convenience of shelf-stable instant soup with a branded “better-for-you” story. You’d spot it in the center-aisle noodle and instant soup section, shelved near other premium cup ramens, bouillons and quick-prep meal cups rather than basic top-ramen knockoffs. It reads like a foodie alternative — “organic unbleached wheat flour,” organic sesame oil and dried kombu on the label — and leans into artisanal language (“craft ramen,” “insanely rich broth”) that appeals to younger adults and time-pressed cooks who want a tastier fast meal. The cup is typical single-serve packaging with a peel-back lid and lightweight paper/plastic composite that’s designed for hot-water prep at home, at the office, or in a dorm. Sensory cues promise springy, homemade-style noodles and a deeply savory, umami-forward beef broth with garlic, mushroom and chili notes; the ritual is pouring boiling water, waiting a few minutes and stirring in an intensely flavored broth. Label claims include organic ingredients, “made with solar power,” and certifications like sustainable forestry for packaging—these create a natural/ethical halo despite the convenience format. Nutrition highlights show a compact calorie load (230 kcal) with notable sodium (720 mg) and a few grams of sugar. In plain terms, this is an industrially prepared, shelf-stable instant ramen product: it’s processed to be stable, quick to prepare and flavorful, using concentrated dried broths, extracts and flavorings to recreate a rich ramen experience.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 53 g
Servings per Container: 1
Calories230
% Daily Value*
Total Fat6g8%
Saturated Fat1g5%
Cholesterol5mg2%
Sodium720mg31%
Total Carbohydrate36g13%
Dietary Fiber2g7%
Total Sugars3g
Added Sugars2g4%
Protein7g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

Organic, Unbleached, Wheat, Flour,, Vegetable, Oil, (Sunflower, and/or, Soybean, Oil),, Chicken, Fat, (Dried),, Organic, Sugar,, Yeast, Extracts,, Natural, Flavors,, Chili, Pepper, (Dried),, Sea, Salt,, Garlic, (Dried),, Organic, Potato, Starch,, Chicken, Broth, (Dried),, Cream, Powder, (Milk),, Kombu, Seaweed, (Dried),, Organic, Wheat, Gluten,, Beef, Extract, (Dried),, Mushroom, (Dried),, Spices,, Onion, (Dried),, Green, Onion, (Dried),, Paprika, (Color),, Cabbage, (Dried),, Soy, Sauce, (Soybeans,, Salt), (Dried),, Organic, Sesame, Oil..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Sunflower Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Soybean Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Paprika (Color) - Artificial coloring
No Seed OilNo Additive

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is not gluten-free, and is organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Contains multiple industrially processed components (dried broths, yeast extracts, natural flavors, cream powder) and is a shelf-stable, ready-to-prepare product, consistent with NOVA group 4 (ultraprocessed).

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Common Questions about Mike's Mighty Good Ramen Cup Soup, Beef

Healthy is a bit subjective, right? This ramen cup packs 230 calories and has a decent amount of protein for a quick meal, but it also contains 720 mg of sodium. If you're looking for a quick, comforting meal on a busy day, it can fit into a balanced diet, but it’s not exactly a superfood.

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