Low Sodium Shrimp Stir Fry

Brighten up your dinner table with this flavorful, heart-healthy **Low Sodium Shrimp Stir Fry**—a vibrant medley of fresh vegetables and tender shrimp cooked to perfection in a light, low-sodium sauce. This guilt-free stir fry skips the heavy soy sauce, letting the natural sweetness of crisp bell peppers, broccoli, and snap peas shine alongside the bold flavors of fresh ginger, garlic, and a touch of lime juice. A quick and easy recipe ready in just 30 minutes, it's perfect for busy weeknights and designed to cater to low-sodium dietary needs without compromising on taste. Serve this colorful dish over brown rice or quinoa for a wholesome meal that’s packed with protein and nutrients.

Nutriscore Rating: 85/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 0.5 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
• 1 tablespoon dark sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
• 2 cups broccoli florets
• 1 cup snap peas
• 1 carrot, julienned
• 2 green onions, chopped
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons water
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water to create a slurry and set aside.

Step 2

Heat the sesame oil in a large non-stick skillet or wok over medium-high heat.

Step 3

Add the garlic and ginger, stirring frequently, until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Step 4

Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook until pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.

Step 5

In the same skillet, add the broccoli, bell peppers, snap peas, and carrot. Stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until vegetables are just tender.

Step 6

Return the shrimp to the skillet along with the vegetable broth. Stir to combine.

Step 7

Add the lime juice and black pepper, then pour the cornstarch slurry into the skillet, stirring constantly to thicken the sauce, about 1-2 minutes.

Step 8

Sprinkle the chopped green onions over the stir fry. Remove from heat and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1484.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	899.4

Total Fat 16.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 857.3mg	0%
Sodium 737.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 71.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.4g	0%
Total Sugars 25.5g
Protein 126.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 701.0mg	0%
Iron 10.9mg	0%
Potassium 2620.8mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 15.6%

Protein: 54.0%

Carbs: 30.4%