Garlic Lemon Shrimp Scampi with Zucchini

Name: Garlic Lemon Shrimp Scampi with Zucchini
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 3 servings
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 1 pound shrimp (large, raw, peeled, deveined); 2 zucchinis (spiraled into noodles or thin ribbons); 4 clove garlic (minced); 1 lemon (juiced); 2 tablespoon olive oil; 2 tablespoon butter; 0.25 cup chicken broth; 1 tablespoon dried parsley; 0.5 teaspoon salt; 0.25 teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground); 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)

Succulent shrimp tossed in a vibrant garlic, butter, and lemon sauce, served over delicate zucchini noodles for a quick and refreshing Italian-inspired meal.

Prep: 10 min
Cook: 15 min
Total: 25 min
Servings: 3
Cuisine: Italian
Difficulty: Easy
Cost: $4.74/serving

Dietary

Keto
Low-Carb
Low-Sugar
Gluten-Free
Nut-Free
High-Protein

Ingredients

1 pound shrimp (large, raw, peeled, deveined)
2 zucchinis (spiraled into noodles or thin ribbons)
4 clove garlic (minced)
1 lemon (juiced)
2 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoon butter
0.25 cup chicken broth
1 tablespoon dried parsley
0.5 teaspoon salt
0.25 teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground)
0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
0.25 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)

Instructions

Pat 1 pound shrimp dry. Spiralize 2 zucchini into noodles or use a vegetable peeler to create thin ribbons. Mince 4 cloves garlic and juice 1 lemon.
Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and optional 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until pink and opaque. Season with 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon black pepper.
Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside. Add 2 tablespoons butter, 1/4 cup chicken broth, and the juice from 1 lemon to the skillet. Bring to a gentle simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
Add the zucchini noodles to the skillet and toss with the sauce for 2-3 minutes, just until softened but still firm. Stir in 1 tablespoon dried parsley. Season with the remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon black pepper.
Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and toss to combine. Serve immediately, topped with optional 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese.

Notes

This dish is best enjoyed fresh. Zucchini noodles can become watery if prepped too far in advance.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories: 257
Protein: 19.6 g
Carbohydrates: 9 g
Fat: 16.9 g
Fiber: 2.5 g
Sodium: 1202 mg
Saturated Fat: 6 g
Sugar: 3.9 g
Cholesterol: 187 mg