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Healthy Low-Glycemic Zucchini Noodle Stir-Fry with Shrimp

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A quick and easy low-glycemic stir-fry featuring fresh zucchini noodles and succulent shrimp, perfect for a healthy, low-carb dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 2 medium zucchini, spiralized into noodles (about 4 cups)
  • 12 oz raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 tablespoon avocado oil or olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup snap peas, trimmed
  • 2 green onions, sliced thinly
  • 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce or tamari
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
  • Optional toppings: toasted sesame seeds, fresh cilantro leaves, crushed peanuts or cashews

Instructions

  1. Prepare the zucchini noodles using a spiralizer or vegetable peeler. Place in a colander, lightly salt, and let sit for 10 minutes. Gently squeeze with paper towels to remove excess water.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, toasted sesame oil, grated ginger, red pepper flakes, and honey until smooth. Set aside.
  3. Heat avocado oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add shrimp in a single layer and cook 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add red bell pepper and snap peas, stir-frying for 3-4 minutes until crisp-tender.
  5. Add zucchini noodles to the skillet and stir-fry gently for 2 minutes until they start to soften but still hold some bite. Pour the sauce over and toss to coat evenly.
  6. Return cooked shrimp to the pan and stir everything together for 1 more minute to combine flavors and warm through.
  7. Remove from heat, garnish with green onions, toasted sesame seeds, and fresh cilantro if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

Salting and draining zucchini noodles before cooking prevents sogginess. Avoid overcrowding the pan when cooking shrimp to prevent steaming and rubbery texture. Use high smoke point oil like avocado oil for best results. Reheat leftovers gently in a skillet to maintain texture.

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Keywords: zucchini noodles, shrimp stir-fry, low-glycemic, low-carb, healthy dinner, quick recipe, gluten-free, paleo-friendly

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