Sautéed Shrimp with Zucchini Noodles and Spicy Tomato Basil Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-07 · Updated 2026-06-07

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Tender shrimp sautéed in a spicy tomato and fresh basil sauce served over vibrant zucchini noodles for a light Whole30 meal. This Mediterranean-inspired Whole30 recipe (low carb, gluten free), ready in about 30 minutes, pairs large shrimp, peeled and deveined, zucchini, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 260 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: 15 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 260 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
3 medium (spiralized into noodles) zucchini
2 tbsp olive oil
3, minced garlic cloves
14 oz can crushed tomatoes
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
1/4 cup, chopped fresh basil leaves
1 tsp sea salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 tbsp lemon juice

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Instructions

Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 2: Pour in 14 oz crushed tomatoes, 1 tsp sea salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Simmer the sauce for 8 minutes until slightly thickened.
Step 3: Stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil and 1 tbsp lemon juice, then remove the sauce from heat and set aside.
Step 4: In a separate skillet, heat remaining 1 tbsp olive oil over medium-high heat. Add 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp and sauté for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
Step 5: Add 3 cups spiralized zucchini noodles to the shrimp skillet and toss for 2 minutes until just tender but still crisp.
Step 6: Divide the shrimp and zucchini noodles onto plates and spoon the spicy tomato basil sauce over the top before serving.