High Protein "Pad Thai" Inspired Zoodles
A healthy, protein-packed twist on traditional Pad Thai using zucchini noodles and fresh ingredients for a quick, flavorful meal.
Ingredients
Dressing
- 1/4 cup all-natural peanut butter
- 1/4 cup warm bone broth or water
- 1/4 cup coconut aminos (tamari, Braggs liquid aminos, or low-sodium soy sauce)
- 1 Tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 Tbsp freshly squeezed lemon (lime, or orange juice)
- 1 Tbsp maple syrup or raw honey
Salad
- 1 tsp extra virgin olive oil (avocado oil, or butter/ghee)
- 4 large eggs whites
- 1 lb cooked small shrimp (tails removed)
- 2 large zucchini (spiralized)
- 1 large red bell pepper (thinly sliced into strips)
- 1/4 cup peanuts (coarsely chopped)
- 1 bunch of fresh cilantro leaves (chopped)
- 8 green onions sliced
Instructions
- Whisk all dressing ingredients together and set aside.
- Heat oil in a pan, cook eggs until almost set, then slice or scramble.
- Combine shrimp, zucchini noodles, bell pepper, peanuts, cilantro, and green onions in a bowl.
- Drizzle dressing over the mixture, add eggs, and toss gently.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
Use fresh ingredients for best flavor. Adjust seasoning to taste.