Garlic-Lime Shrimp Stir-Fry with Zucchini Noodles

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-01 · Updated 2026-07-01

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Tender shrimp sautéed with garlic and lime juice, served over fresh zucchini noodles tossed with a hint of chili and cilantro for brightness. This Asian Fusion-inspired Whole30 recipe (low carb), ready in about 20 minutes, pairs large shrimp, zucchini, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 3, so it slots cleanly into a Whole30 week and pairs well with roasted sweet potato or a simple olive-oil salad. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 10 min Serves 3 Asian Fusion cuisine 280 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb, peeled and deveined large shrimp
3 medium, spiralized into noodles zucchini
3 tbsp olive oil
4, minced garlic cloves
2 tbsp fresh lime juice
1/4 tsp red chili flakes
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 tsp sea salt
1/2 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 2: Add 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp to the skillet, season with 1 tsp sea salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1/4 tsp red chili flakes. Cook shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque.
Step 3: Remove shrimp from skillet and set aside. Add remaining 1 tbsp olive oil to the skillet and toss in 3 spiralized medium zucchinis. Cook zucchini noodles for 2-3 minutes until just tender but still crisp.
Step 4: Return shrimp to the skillet with zucchini noodles, drizzle with 2 tbsp fresh lime juice, and toss together with 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro. Serve immediately.