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Zoodle Pad Thai

  • 25 Mins

    Prep Time

  • 5 Mins

    Cook Time

  • 4

    Servings

  • 279

    Calories

  • 12g

    Fat

  • 6g

    Carbs

  • 16g

    Protein

Recommended For:

Lupus

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Ingredients

  • 4 Cups Peeled Zucchini, spiralized into noodles (“Zoodles”)
  • ½ lb Shrimp, deveined and tails removed
  • 1 Tsp Salt
  • 2 Tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 1 lb Firm Tofu, diced
  • ½ Cup Carrots, matchstick cut
  • 1 Tbsp Low-Sodium Soy Sauce
  • 3 Tbsp Honey
  • 1 Lime, juiced
  • 2 Tsp Powdered Ginger
  • 2 Tbsp Corn Starch - to thicken
  • 1 Tbsp Fish Sauce
  • 3 Tbsp Smooth Peanut Butter
  • 1 Tbsp Sriracha (optional)
  • 1 Tsp Powdered Garlic

What You’ll Need

  • Measuring Cups

  • Measuring Spoons

  • Mixing Bowl

  • Whisk

  • Large Wok or Sauté Pan

  • Spoon

  • NNuts:

    Omit the peanut butter and replace with soy butter or tahini

  • SSoy:

    Omit soy sauce and replace with a “soy-free” version; omit tofu

  • GGluten:

    Replace corn starch with arrow root powder

  • CCorn:

    Replace corn starch with arrow root powder

  • SShellfish:

    Omit the shrimp; omit fish sauce

Instructions

  • 1.

    Wash Hands Wash hands with soap and water.

  • 2.

    Salt & Drain Zoodles Toss zoodles with salt and place on a paper towel. Drain for 20 minutes. (This process helps to release the water in the zucchini.)

  • 3.

    Mix Sauce In a mixing bowl, add sauce ingredients and whisk until smooth. Reserve for later.

  • 4.

    Cook Shrimp, Tofu, & Carrots In a large skillet over medium-high heat add 2 tablespoons olive oil. Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes. Add tofu and carrots. Continue cooking for 2 minutes.

  • 5.

    Cook Zoodles Add zoodles to the pan. Continue to cook for an additional 1 minute.

  • 6.

    Add Sauce Add sauce and toss until thickened.

  • 7.

    Wash Hands Wash hands with soap and water.

Recipe created by Meijer Chefs

Nourishment Notes

Zucchini

Zucchini provides B vitamins that can help to increase energy levels.

Tofu

A plant-based meat alternative, tofu is packed with protein. It’s low in cholesterol and fat which may help lower the risk for heart disease. Many brands are fortified with calcium to aid in bone health.

Shrimp

Shrimp is a great source of astaxanthin, a red pigment in the carotenoid family. Astaxanthin is an antioxidant that may prevent cell damage and improve immune function.

Fatigue Buster

  • Use Shredded Carrots

    Purchase shredded carrots instead of peeling and chopping.

  • Use Spiralized Zucchini Noodles

    Purchase spiralized zucchini noodles in the deli section or freezer isle of your local grocery to minimize prep time.

  • Tofu

    Use extra-firm, pre-pressed tofu.

  • Lime Juice

    In the sauce, use bottled lime juice; 1 lime equals about ¼ cup lime juice.

  • Make in Advance

    When you have more energy, try making the sauce in advance. The sauce will keep in the refrigerator, covered, for up to 3 days.

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