Description
A light and refreshing dish featuring succulent shrimp sautéed with garlic and lemon, served over zucchini noodles. This quick and healthy meal is perfect for a busy weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 medium zucchinis, spiralized into noodles
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- Juice and zest of 1 lemon
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Grated Parmesan cheese (optional for serving)
Instructions
- Prepare the Zoodles: Spiralize the zucchinis into noodle-like strands. Place zoodles in a colander, sprinkle with salt, let sit for 10 minutes to draw out moisture.
- Sauté Shrimp: Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and optional red pepper flakes. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Cook Shrimp: Add shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Season with salt and pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- Add Flavor: Squeeze lemon juice and add lemon zest over the shrimp. Stir to coat.
- Crisp Zoodles: Remove shrimp from skillet. In the same skillet, add zoodles. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until slightly softened but still firm.
- Combine & Serve: Return shrimp to the skillet with zoodles. Gently mix. Adjust seasoning as needed. Plate and garnish with parsley and optional Parmesan cheese.
Notes
- For best results, do not overcook the shrimp or zoodles.
- Ensure zoodles are patted dry after salting to prevent sogginess.
- Adjust seasoning to your preference for lemon, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Sustainable shrimp options are recommended for environmental consciousness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéed
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: Approx. 250-300 kcal (will vary based on exact quantities and added cheese)
- Sugar: Low
- Sodium: Moderate (adjust with salt)
- Fat: Moderate
- Saturated Fat: Low to Moderate
- Unsaturated Fat: High
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Low
- Fiber: Good source
- Protein: High
- Cholesterol: Moderate