Zucchini Noodle Stir-Fry
Zucchini Noodle Stir-Fry is a light, healthy, and low-carb dish featuring spiralized zucchini noodles tossed with colorful vegetables and a savory stir-fry sauce. Quick to prepare, it’s perfect for a nutritious weeknight meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 3 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients
– 1 tablespoon avocado oil or other high-heat oil
– 1 lb beef sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain
– 1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
– 1 large carrot, julienned or cut into matchsticks
– 4 medium zucchinis (about 2 lbs), spiralized
– 1 cup broccoli florets, cut into small pieces
– 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce or tamari
– 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
– 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
– 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
– 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
– 1 teaspoon cornstarch (mixed with 2 teaspoons cold water to make a slurry)
– 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds (optional for garnish)
– 2 green onions, thinly sliced (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add garlic and ginger, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add bell pepper, carrot, and snap peas. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Add zucchini noodles and stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until just tender (avoid overcooking).
- In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and honey (if using). Pour over the vegetables and noodles.
- Toss to combine and cook for 1 minute until heated through.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions. Serve immediately.
Notes
- For protein, add tofu, chicken, or shrimp.
- Zucchini noodles release water; cook quickly to prevent sogginess.
- Use low-sodium soy sauce to control saltiness.
- Customize with other veggies like mushrooms or broccoli.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
