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Prawns and Zucchini Noodles

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Prawns and Zucchini Noodles – A Light & Flavorful Seafood Dish

A Healthy Twist on Classic Seafood Pasta

Looking for a quick, healthy, and delicious seafood meal? This prawns and zucchini noodles recipe is a perfect choice! It’s light, fresh, and packed with flavor, making it a great alternative to traditional pasta dishes.

For an extra low-carb option, you can swap zucchini noodles for konjac noodles (often sold as Slim Pasta in the health food aisle). Whether you’re craving a nutritious weeknight dinner or a light yet satisfying meal, this dish delivers on both taste and texture.

A Perfect Balance of Flavor & Nutrition

With garlic, sesame oil, tamari, and fresh lime juice, this dish bursts with bold, zesty flavors. The crunchy capsicum, tender prawns, and creamy cashews create a wonderful balance of textures. Plus, it’s gluten-free, dairy-free, and packed with protein, making it a great option for clean eating.

Serves: 4

Ingredients:

  • 2 zucchini
  • 2 cloves garlic, crushed
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp tamari (or soy sauce)
  • 1 red chili, seeded and thinly sliced (adjust to taste)
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 1 capsicum, thinly sliced
  • 2 spring onions, thinly sliced
  • 300g peeled tiger or king prawns (about 700g unpeeled)
  • 1 tbsp fish sauce (optional, for extra umami)
  • 3 tbsp cashews
  • Lime wedges and coriander sprigs (to serve)

How to Make Prawns and Zucchini Noodles

Step 1: Prepare the Zucchini Noodles

Keep the skin on the zucchini and use a vegetable spiralizer or peeler to create long, noodle-like strips. Set aside.

Step 2: Cook the Aromatics

In a large frying pan or wok, heat sesame oil over medium-low heat. Add garlic, tamari, chili, and lime juice. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly to release the flavors.

Step 3: Add the Vegetables

Toss in capsicum and spring onions and sauté for 5 minutes, until tender but still slightly crisp. Then, add the zucchini noodles and mix well to coat them in the sauce.

Step 4: Cook the Prawns

Add prawns (and fish sauce, if using) to the pan. Stir-fry for about 3 minutes, or until the prawns turn pink and opaque. Adjust seasoning with extra sesame oil or tamari, if needed.

Step 5: Garnish & Serve

Sprinkle cashews over the dish and serve immediately with lime wedges and fresh coriander for an extra burst of flavor.

Enjoy & Share!

This dish is quick to prepare, incredibly tasty, and full of nutrients. Perfect for a light dinner or a fancy weekend meal!

Another noodle recipe you can try, the LIME CHICKEN WITH CELLOPHANE NOODLES or another dinner recipe try this Spice-Rubbed Trout and If you enjoyed this recipe, share it with friends and let me know your favorite variations in the comments below! Book a consultation with me now, and let’s talk about a customize health plan for you.