Description
Zucchini Pad Thai Low Carb offers a refreshing twist on the beloved Thai classic, swapping traditional high-carb rice noodles for spiralized zucchini. This vibrant dish is not only quick to prepare—taking just 25 minutes—but it’s also packed with flavor thanks to a delightful combination of garlic, lime juice, and hoisin sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep, this nutritious recipe can easily be customized with your favorite proteins and vegetables. Enjoy the satisfying taste of Pad Thai while keeping your carb intake low and your health goals on track.
Ingredients
- 2 medium zucchini (spiralized)
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon vegetable or coconut oil
- 1 garlic clove (minced)
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon low sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey or light brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
- 1/3 cup chopped peanuts
Instructions
- In a skillet, heat 1 teaspoon of oil over medium-low heat and scramble the egg. Set aside.
- Whisk together minced garlic, lime juice, soy sauce, chili sauce, honey, and hoisin in a bowl.
- In the same skillet over medium heat, add more oil and the prepared sauce; cook for 2 minutes.
- Stir in a flour-water mixture to thicken the sauce; cook for an additional 3 minutes.
- Add spiralized zucchini noodles to the skillet; toss to coat in the sauce and cook for another 2-3 minutes until tender but crisp.
- Mix in scrambled egg; garnish with chopped peanuts and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 186mg
Keywords: For added protein, consider including grilled shrimp or chicken. Customize with extra veggies like bell peppers or carrots for extra nutrition. Serve with fresh lime wedges for a zesty kick.