Stir-Fried Shrimp with Zucchini Noodles and Basil

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A vibrant stir-fry featuring tender shrimp and fresh zucchini noodles tossed with garlic and sweet basil for a light Whole30 dinner. This Asian Fusion-inspired Whole30 recipe (gluten free), ready in about 20 minutes, pairs large shrimp, zucchini noodles, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 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 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp and season with 1/4 tsp sea salt and 1/8 tsp black pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until shrimp turn pink and opaque, then remove shrimp from skillet.
  2. Step 2: In the same skillet, add remaining 1 tbsp olive oil and 4 thinly sliced garlic cloves. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
  3. Step 3: Add 4 cups zucchini noodles to the skillet along with 2 tbsp coconut aminos and 1/4 tsp red chili flakes if using. Toss and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until noodles are tender but still slightly crunchy.
  4. Step 4: Return cooked shrimp to the skillet, add 1/2 cup chopped fresh basil leaves, and season with remaining 1/4 tsp sea salt and 1/8 tsp black pepper. Toss everything together for 1 minute until heated through.
  5. Step 5: Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side to squeeze over.

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