Easy Zesty Zucchini Noodle Pad Thai Recipe for Healthy Dinners
A light and zesty twist on the classic Thai favorite, using spiralized zucchini for a low-carb, nutrient-dense dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stir-fry
- Cuisine: Thai
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium zucchinis, spiralized
- 2 tbsp tamarind paste
- 2 tbsp fish sauce
- 1 tbsp palm sugar
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 shallot, minced
- 1/2 lb shrimp or tofu
- 1/4 cup roasted peanuts
- 1/2 cup bean sprouts
- 2 scallions, sliced
Instructions
- Spiralize zucchinis and pat dry with paper towels.
- Whisk tamarind paste, fish sauce, and palm sugar in a bowl.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sauté garlic and shallots until fragrant.
- Add shrimp or tofu and cook until golden brown.
- Add zucchini noodles and pour sauce over them; toss for 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in bean sprouts and scallions, then remove from heat immediately.
- Garnish with roasted peanuts and serve.