Sautéed Ginger-Turmeric Shrimp with Zucchini Noodles

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-11 · Updated 2026-06-11

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Quick sauté of shrimp infused with warming turmeric and fresh ginger, served over light zucchini noodles for a nutrient-packed Whole30 dish. This Asian Fusion-inspired seafood recipe (whole30, gluten free), ready in about 20 minutes, pairs raw shrimp, fresh ginger, turmeric powder for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Asian Fusion cuisine 220 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb, peeled and deveined raw shrimp
1 tbsp, finely grated fresh ginger
1 tsp turmeric powder
3 cloves, minced garlic cloves
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
3 medium, spiralized into noodles zucchini
1 tsp sea salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp, chopped fresh cilantro

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Instructions

Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp finely grated fresh ginger, sautéing for 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 2: Add 1 lb peeled and deveined raw shrimp, 1 tsp turmeric powder, 1 tsp sea salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper to the skillet. Cook shrimp for 3-4 minutes per side until opaque and slightly golden.
Step 3: Remove shrimp and set aside. In the same skillet, add 3 spiralized medium zucchinis and sauté for 2-3 minutes until just tender but still crisp.
Step 4: Return shrimp to the skillet with zucchini noodles, toss gently to combine and heat through for 1 minute.
Step 5: Remove from heat, sprinkle 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro over the top, and serve immediately.