Lemon Garlic Shrimp and Zucchini Noodles - Zoodles
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
15 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
216 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Lunch, Dinner
Lemon Garlic Shrimp and Zucchini Noodles - Zoodles
Description
The dish starts by sautéing shelled and deveined jumbo shrimp in olive oil with minced garlic, salt, and pepper. The shrimp are cooked until just done, ensuring a succulent texture and preventing overcooking. After removing the shrimp, zucchini noodles are added to the same skillet, quickly stirred and softened over a few minutes.
Once the zoodles are tender yet crisp, the shrimp are returned to the pan along with fresh lemon juice and zest. A brief additional cooking step allows these bright citrus flavors to meld with the garlic and shrimp, imparting freshness and a slight tanginess. The result is a light, aromatic meal with the shrimp’s firmness contrasting the delicate zucchini noodles.
This recipe is designed to be served immediately to preserve the zucchini noodles’ texture and the shrimp’s juiciness. It suits a light lunch or dinner when a fresh, seafood and vegetable combination is desired without heavy sauces.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound Shrimp shelled and deveined, jumbo
- 6 garlic minced, cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper ground
- 6 cups zucchini noodles about 4 medium zucchini
- 1 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
Instructions
- Add the olive oil to a large skillet and place it over medium heat for 2 minutes. Add the shrimp, garlic, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
- Let the shrimp cook on the first side for 3 minutes. Stir to make sure the garlic doesn’t burn. Make sure all the shrimp are flipped over on the second side. Cook an additional 1-2 minutes.
- Use a slotted spoon to remove the shrimp, leaving the oil and any liquid in the skillet. Set the shrimp aside.
- Add the zucchini noodles (zoodles) to the skillet. Cook 3 minutes, stirring often.
- Add the cooked shrimp, lemon juice, and zest. Cook two additional minutes, stirring often.
- Serve immediately.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 216 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1/4th of the recipe | |
| Calories | 216kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 7g | 2% |
| Protein | 25g | 50% |
| Fat | 9g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 285mg | 95% |
| Sodium | 1188mg | 50% |
| Potassium | 620mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 390IU | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 43.2mg | 48% |
| Calcium | 204mg | 20% |
| Iron | 3.2mg | 18% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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