Paleo Zucchini Stir Fry
Bright, colorful, and bursting with flavor, this Paleo Zucchini Stir Fry is a quick and healthy dish that’s perfect for weeknight meals or as a vibrant side. Packed with fresh veggies like zucchini, bell peppers, carrots, and mushrooms, it's stir-fried in aromatic coconut oil with garlic and ginger for an irresistible depth of flavor. Coconut aminos add a savory-sweet flair, while green onions and sesame seeds provide the perfect finishing touch. Ready in just 25 minutes, this low-carb, gluten-free, and Paleo-friendly recipe is as versatile as it is delicious—serve it on its own or alongside cauliflower rice for a wholesome meal. Whether you're meal-prepping or whipping up a quick dinner, this stir fry makes clean eating effortless and satisfying!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 medium zucchini
- 1 large red bell pepper
- 1 large yellow bell pepper
- 1 large carrot
- 1 cup mushrooms
- 3 tablespoons coconut aminos
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon ginger
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
- 2 stalks green onions
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
Instructions
Wash and dry all the vegetables.
Slice the zucchini into thin half-moons.
Cut the red and yellow bell peppers into thin strips.
Peel the carrot and cut it into julienne strips or thin matchsticks.
Slice the mushrooms thinly.
Mince the garlic and grate the ginger.
Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat and add the coconut oil.
Once the oil is hot, add the garlic and ginger. Stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the carrots, bell peppers, and mushrooms to the skillet. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.
Add the zucchini and continue cooking for another 3-4 minutes until the zucchini is tender but still crisp.
Drizzle the coconut aminos over the vegetables. Add the salt and black pepper. Stir everything well to coat evenly.
Remove the skillet from heat and garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.
Serve the stir fry immediately as a standalone dish or pair it with cauliflower rice for a complete Paleo-friendly meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
794 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 38.8 g | 50% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.9 g | 124% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 7289 mg | 317% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 97.2 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.7 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 62.3 g | ||
| Protein | 17.9 g | 36% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 186 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 4.8 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 3150 mg | 67% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
