Description
Shrimp Scampi with Zucchini Noodles is a light and flavorful dish, perfect for a quick weeknight meal. This recipe replaces traditional pasta with fresh zucchini noodles, making it a healthier option.
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup dry white wine or chicken broth
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 4 medium zucchini, spiralized into noodles
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add shrimp to the skillet and cook for 1-2 minutes per side, until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
- Add minced garlic to the same skillet and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in white wine (or chicken broth) and lemon juice. Bring to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
- Stir in butter, parsley, and red pepper flakes (if using). Cook until butter is melted and sauce is slightly thickened.
- Add zucchini noodles to the skillet and toss with the sauce for 1-2 minutes, just until warmed through and slightly tender. Do not overcook, or the noodles will become watery.
- Return cooked shrimp to the skillet and toss to combine with the zucchini noodles and sauce.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Serve immediately.
Notes
- For best results, use fresh shrimp.
- Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to your preferred spice level.
- If you don’t have a spiralizer, you can use a vegetable peeler to create wide ribbons of zucchini.
- Serve with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese for extra flavor, if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sauté
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 200mg