Shrimp and Spinach Zoodle Stir-Fry
Ready in: 20-25 minutes | Servings: 4
If you’re craving a meal that’s both hearty and healthy, you’ll love this shrimp and spinach zoodle stir-fry. Packed with protein, low in carbs, and bursting with flavor, it’s a delightful dish that comes together in mere minutes. Here’s how to whip up this quick and easy stir-fry in your own kitchen.
Ingredients:
- 1 lb of shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 medium zucchini, spiralized into noodles
- 4 cups of fresh spinach
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- 4 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon of ginger, minced
- 2 tablespoons of low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon of oyster sauce(optional)
- 1 teaspoon of sesame oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Red pepper flakes, to taste (optional)
- Chopped green onions and sesame seeds, for garnish
Instructions:
- Preheat a large pan or wok over medium-high heat and add the olive oil.
- Add the minced garlic and ginger to the pan and sauté for about 30 seconds, or until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
- Turn the heat to high and add the shrimp to the pan. Season with salt and pepper, and cook until the shrimp turn pink and are cooked through, approximately 3-4 minutes. Remove the shrimp from the pan and set aside.
- In the same pan, add a bit more olive oil if needed and toss in the spiralized zucchini noodles. Stir-fry for about 2 minutes or until just softened.
- Add the spinach to the pan, and continue to stir-fry until the spinach has wilted, about 1-2 minutes.
- Return the shrimp to the pan with the zoodles and spinach. Pour in the soy sauce, oyster sauce (if using), and sesame oil. Stir everything to combine and heat through. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if necessary.
- If you like a bit of heat, sprinkle some red pepper flakes over the stir-fry.
- Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
This shrimp and spinach zoodle stir-fry is excellent on its own for a low-carb option, or you can serve it over rice or quinoa for a more satisfying meal. Enjoy your guilt-free and utterly delicious dinner!
Nutritional Info (per serving):
- Calories: 230
- Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
Dive into this delightful stir-fry and let your taste buds revel in the fresh, bold flavors while you nourish your body with wholesome ingredients. Bon appétit!