Spiced Shrimp Stir-Fry with Zucchini Noodles and Garlic

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-29 · Updated 2026-04-29

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A quick, Whole30-compliant stir-fry of tender shrimp sautéed with zucchini noodles and garlic, seasoned with warming spices and fresh herbs. This Asian-inspired Whole30 recipe (low carb), ready in about 20 minutes, pairs large shrimp, peeled and deveined, zucchini noodles (zoodles), garlic cloves 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 cuisine 220 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
4 cups zucchini noodles (zoodles)
4, minced garlic cloves
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 tsp ground coriander
1 tsp sea salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/4 cup, chopped fresh parsley
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice

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Instructions

Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
Step 2: Add 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp to the skillet. Sprinkle with 1 tsp sea salt, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp ground coriander, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until shrimp turn pink and are just cooked through.
Step 3: Add 4 cups zucchini noodles to the skillet and toss with the shrimp for 2 minutes until noodles are just tender but retain a slight crunch.
Step 4: Remove from heat and stir in 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice and 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley. Serve immediately while warm.