Description
A quick and healthy zucchini noodle stir fry featuring colorful bell peppers, crunchy carrots, and aromatic garlic and ginger. This vibrant dish is tossed in a savory coconut aminos sauce and finished with fresh scallions, perfect for a light and flavorful meal in just 25 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 4 medium zucchinis (spiralized into zoodles)
- 1 cup bell peppers (sliced; mix of red, yellow, green)
- 1 cup carrots (shredded or julienned)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger (grated)
- 2 scallions (sliced)
Sauces and Oils
- 3 tbsp coconut aminos or low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
Protein (Optional)
- 1 cup protein (e.g., chicken, shrimp, or tofu)
Instructions
- Prepare the Zoodles: Spiralize the zucchinis to create about 4 cups of zucchini noodles. Place them on paper towels to absorb any excess moisture, ensuring they don’t become soggy during cooking.
- Sauté the Aromatics: Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, sautéing for about 30 seconds until fragrant to release their flavors into the oil.
- Add Your Vegetables: Add the sliced bell peppers and shredded carrots to the skillet. Stir-fry the vegetables for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until they soften slightly but still retain a pleasant crunch.
- Combine Zoodles & Sauce: Gently fold the zucchini noodles into the skillet with the vegetables. Pour in the coconut aminos or low-sodium soy sauce and cook everything together for an additional 3-4 minutes, warming the zoodles while keeping them slightly firm (al dente).
- Finish & Serve: Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the sliced scallions. Serve the stir fry hot, optionally adding your choice of protein cooked and mixed in as desired.
Notes
- To keep zoodles from becoming watery, salt them lightly after spiralizing and let them sit for 10 minutes, then pat dry.
- For added protein, cook chicken, shrimp, or tofu separately and add during the final stir-in.
- You can substitute coconut aminos with tamari or low-sodium soy sauce based on dietary preferences.
- Use a large skillet or wok for even cooking and easy stirring.
