Sautéed Shrimp and Zucchini Noodles with Citrus-Ginger Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-10 · Updated 2026-05-10

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Tender shrimp and vibrant zucchini noodles tossed in a bright, tangy sauce featuring fresh ginger and citrus for a refreshing Whole30 meal. This Asian-inspired Whole30 recipe (low carb, gluten free), ready in about 25 minutes, pairs large shrimp, zucchini, extra virgin olive oil 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: 15 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 220 cal/serving

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Ingredients

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

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Instructions

Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 lb peeled and deveined shrimp, 1 tsp sea salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper, sautéing for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp from skillet and set aside.
Step 2: In the same skillet, add 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 1 tbsp finely grated fresh ginger, and 3 minced garlic cloves. Cook over medium heat for 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 3: Add 3 spiralized medium zucchinis to the skillet along with 1/4 cup fresh orange juice, 2 tbsp fresh lime juice, and 1/4 tsp red chili flakes. Toss gently and cook for 3-4 minutes until noodles are slightly softened but still retain some crunch.
Step 4: Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and toss everything together for 1 minute to combine and heat through. Remove from heat and sprinkle 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro over the dish before serving.