Spicy Shrimp & Chayote Noodle Salad with Peanut-Free Thai Dressing

Ingredients

• Shrimp, peeled and deveined
• Chayote squash, spiralized into noodles
• Cucumber, thinly sliced
• Carrot, julienned
• Red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• Cilantro, chopped
• Lime juice
• Rice vinegar
• Coconut aminos
• Ginger, grated
• Garlic, minced
• Red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
• Olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. In a bowl, whisk together lime juice, rice vinegar, coconut aminos, grated ginger, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes. Season with salt and pepper. This is your dressing.
2. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and cook until pink and cooked through (about 2-3 minutes per side).
3. In a large bowl, combine chayote noodles, cucumber, carrot, and red bell pepper.
4. Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss to coat.
5. Add the cooked shrimp and cilantro to the salad. Toss gently.
6. Serve immediately or chill for later.