Shrimp Scampi with Zucchini Noodles
A lighter take on classic shrimp scampi, featuring zucchini noodles instead of pasta for a fresh, low-carb meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten Free, Low Carb
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 medium zucchinis, spiralized into noodles
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Sauté the garlic: In a large skillet, melt the butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic, stirring it gently, and sauté until fragrant—around 1-2 minutes.
- Cook the shrimp: Next, add the shrimp to the skillet. Cook until they turn pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Season with zest: Once the shrimp are cooked, stir in the red pepper flakes (if desired), salt, pepper, and fresh lemon juice.
- Toss in the zoodles: Add the zucchini noodles to the skillet and toss them with the shrimp until just heated through, about 2 minutes.
- Garnish and serve: Remove the skillet from heat, garnish with freshly chopped parsley, and serve immediately.
Notes
For a creamier version, consider adding a splash of heavy cream before tossing in the zoodles. This dish pairs well with a green salad or roasted asparagus.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 490mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 240mg