One-Pan Spicy Shrimp and Zucchini Noodles

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-08 · Updated 2026-06-08

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A quick, vibrant Whole30 meal featuring sautéed shrimp tossed with zucchini noodles and a spicy garlic-chili sauce. This Mediterranean-inspired Whole30 recipe (low carb), ready in about 25 minutes, pairs large shrimp peeled and deveined, medium zucchinis, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 210 calories and feeds 4, 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.

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Prep: 15 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 210 cal/serving

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Ingredients

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

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Instructions

Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1/2 tsp red chili flakes, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
Step 2: Add 1 lb peeled and deveined shrimp to the skillet, seasoning with 1/2 tsp sea salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Cook for 2 minutes per side until the shrimp turn pink and opaque.
Step 3: Add the spiralized noodles from 3 medium zucchinis to the skillet, tossing gently with the shrimp. Cook for 2-3 minutes until noodles soften but retain some bite.
Step 4: Remove from heat and stir in 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice and 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley. Serve immediately while warm.