Shrimp Stir-Fry with Zucchini Noodles and Ginger-Lime Sauce

By Lauren Mitchell, Test Kitchen Director · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-02 · Updated 2026-06-02

A vibrant shrimp stir-fry tossed with zucchini noodles and crisp vegetables, enlivened by a tangy ginger-lime sauce perfect for a Whole30 meal. This Asian Fusion-inspired Whole30 recipe (gluten free), ready in about 25 minutes, pairs large shrimp, zucchini, red bell pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 270 calories and feeds 2, 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.

Ingredients

• 12 oz, peeled and deveined large shrimp
• 3 medium, spiralized into noodles zucchini
• 1 medium, thinly sliced red bell pepper
• 1 large, julienned carrot
• 3 stalks, sliced green onions
• 1 tbsp, grated fresh ginger
• 3 cloves, minced garlic cloves
• 3 tbsp coconut aminos
• 2 tbsp lime juice
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 12 oz peeled and deveined shrimp seasoned with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp black pepper. Cook shrimp for 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp and set aside.
2. Step 2: Add remaining 1 tbsp olive oil to skillet. Add 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 sliced medium red bell pepper, 1 large julienned carrot, and 3 sliced green onions. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp and fragrant.
3. Step 3: Stir in 3 tbsp coconut aminos, 2 tbsp lime juice, and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes. Add spiralized noodles from 3 medium zucchinis and toss gently to combine. Cook for 2 minutes until noodles are slightly softened but still have bite.
4. Step 4: Return cooked shrimp to skillet and toss everything together for 1 more minute to meld flavors. Season with 1/4 tsp black pepper and additional salt if needed before serving.