Whole30 Shrimp and Zucchini Stir-Fry

Overhead shot of Whole30 Shrimp and Zucchini Stir-Fry plated appetizingly in a wooden board
Whole30PaleoPescatarian
Prep Time15 min
Cook Time12 min
Total Time27 min
Servings4

Shrimp cook in under five minutes, which makes this the kind of weeknight dinner you can pull off without much planning. Coconut aminos stand in for soy sauce, so the sauce still gets that savory depth without any soy in the mix.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tbsp avocado oil, divided
  • 2 zucchini, sliced into half-moons
  • 2 carrots, julienned
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 4 oz shiitake mushrooms, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 1/4 cup coconut aminos
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
  • 2 scallions, sliced, for serving

Instructions

  1. Heat 1 tbsp avocado oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat. Add shrimp and cook 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove and set aside.
  2. Add remaining oil to the wok. Add carrots and broccoli and stir-fry 3 minutes.
  3. Add zucchini and mushrooms and stir-fry another 3 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender.
  4. Push vegetables to the side, add garlic and ginger, and cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Pour in coconut aminos and rice vinegar, then return shrimp to the wok and toss everything together for 1-2 minutes.
  6. Remove from heat, drizzle with sesame oil, and top with scallions before serving.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

Calories 245
Total fat 10g
Total carbohydrates 13g
Dietary fiber 3g
Protein 25g
Sodium 520mg

Why This Is Good for Your Gut

Shrimp delivers lean protein and zinc without any of the saturated fat that heavier meats carry, and the mix of zucchini, broccoli, and mushrooms brings fiber and prebiotic compounds that support a healthy gut lining. Ginger on top helps settle digestion after the meal.

Serve it straight from the wok while the vegetables still have some crunch left in them.

This recipe is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional dietary advice.

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