Pan-Seared Shrimp with Lemon-Garlic Zucchini Noodles

Name: Pan-Seared Shrimp with Lemon-Garlic Zucchini Noodles
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 27 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1.5 pound large shrimp (peeled and deveined); 3 tablespoon olive oil; 4 clove garlic (minced); 4 zucchinis (medium, spiralized into noodles); 0.5 cup chicken broth (low-sodium); 1 lemon (juiced and zested); 0.25 cup fresh parsley (chopped); 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 1 teaspoon salt; 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Succulent shrimp quickly seared with garlic and fresh herbs, served over a bed of vibrant zucchini noodles in a light lemon sauce, offering a healthy and flavorful meal perfect for warm weather.

Prep: 15 min
Cook: 12 min
Total: 27 min
Servings: 6
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Difficulty: Easy
Cost: $3.85/serving

Dietary

Gluten-Free
Dairy-Free
Nut-Free
Soy-Free
Egg-Free
Low-Carb
Low-Sugar
Low-Calorie
Low-Saturated-Fat
Low-Fat

Ingredients

1.5 pound large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
3 tablespoon olive oil
4 clove garlic (minced)
4 zucchinis (medium, spiralized into noodles)
0.5 cup chicken broth (low-sodium)
1 lemon (juiced and zested)
0.25 cup fresh parsley (chopped)
0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon salt
0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels. Season shrimp with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Set aside.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until pink and cooked through. Remove shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the same skillet. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the spiralized zucchini noodles to the skillet. Sauté for 3-5 minutes, tossing frequently, until they are tender-crisp.
Pour in the low-sodium chicken broth and lemon juice. Bring to a simmer and cook for 1-2 minutes to slightly reduce.
Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet with the zucchini noodles. Stir in the fresh parsley and lemon zest. Season with remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper to taste. Toss gently to combine and serve immediately.

Notes

Patting shrimp dry is crucial for a good sear. Do not overcook the zucchini noodles; they should still have a slight bite.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories: 145
Protein: 15 g
Carbohydrates: 7 g
Fat: 7.1 g
Fiber: 2.2 g
Sodium: 976 mg
Saturated Fat: 1 g
Sugar: 3.5 g
Cholesterol: 125 mg