Whole30 Prawn Noodle Soup

Dive into the vibrant flavors of this Whole30 Prawn Noodle Soup—a nourishing, paleo-friendly twist on a comforting classic. Packed with succulent prawns, spiralized zucchini and carrot "zoodles," and a rich, aromatic broth, this recipe is both light and deeply satisfying. The use of prawn shells to build the stock gives the soup a natural depth of flavor, while additions like coconut aminos, fish sauce, and fresh lime juice imbue it with a subtle umami and tangy zest. Easy to prepare in under an hour, this gluten-free, dairy-free soup is perfect for a quick yet flavorful meal that fits Whole30 guidelines. Top with fresh cilantro and a hint of chili for an extra burst of freshness and spice!

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams medium prawns, deveined and shells reserved
• 2 large zucchini, spiralized into noodles
• 1 large carrot, spiralized
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
• 4 cups chicken stock
• 2 tablespoons coconut aminos
• 1 tablespoon fish sauce (Whole30 compliant)
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 1 small red chili, sliced (optional)
• 1 handful fresh cilantro, chopped
• to taste salt
• to taste black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Peel and devein the prawns, keeping the shells. Set the prawns aside for later use.

Step 2

In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the reserved prawn shells and cook for about 5 minutes until they turn pink and fragrant.

Step 3

Remove the shells and discard. In the same pot, add chopped onion, minced garlic, and minced ginger. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.

Step 4

Pour in the chicken stock, coconut aminos, and fish sauce. Stir well to combine.

Step 5

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Let it cook for 10 minutes to enhance flavors.

Step 6

Add the spiralized zucchini and carrot noodles to the pot. Simmer for another 5 minutes until the vegetables are just tender.

Step 7

Add the prawns to the soup and cook for about 3 minutes, until they are pink and cooked through.

Step 8

Season the soup with lime juice, salt, and black pepper to taste. Stir in sliced chili if using.

Step 9

Serve the soup hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2706.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1247.7

Total Fat 50.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 820.5mg	0%
Sodium 3489.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 51.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.5g	0%
Total Sugars 28.7g
Protein 150.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 441.1mg	0%
Iron 11.0mg	0%
Potassium 3039.5mg	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: 35.7%

Protein: 47.9%

Carbs: 16.4%