Sautéed Shrimp with Zucchini
User Reviews
4.7
132 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
8 mins
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Cook Time
8 mins
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Total Time
15 mins
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Servings
3 people
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Calories
216 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Sautéed Shrimp with Zucchini
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This sautéed shrimp with zucchini showcases natural sweetness of shrimp and zucchini. The addition of garlic and lemon juice makes the dish flavorful and delicious. It is a quick and easy one-pan meal for busy days.
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Ingredients
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 teaspoon salt, divided
- black pepper
- 2 medium to large zucchinis (about 12 oz)
- olive oil
- 2 tablespoons minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon butter, optional
- 1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice (about half a lemon)
- Finely chopped parsley, optional (or other herbs)
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Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, add shrimp, 1/4 teaspoon of salt and plenty of black pepper. Mix thoroughly.
- Roll-cut zucchinis to match the thickness of the shrimp. Also prep all other ingredients.
- Place a pan over medium-medium high heat. When pan is hot, add oil and then add shrimp in one layer and let them cook undisturbed for a minute. Flip and cook the other side until develop nice colors and shrimps are almost cooked through. Transfer to a plate.
- To the same pan, add a little more olive oil and then add zucchini. Sauté, stir frequently for a couple of minutes and add 3/4 teaspoon of salt and pepper (or to taste).
- Add shrimp back to the pan, and add garlic. Mix and sauté briefly until garlic is fragrant. If using butter, add it now and mix until butter is melted.
- When everything is cooked through, pour lemon juice over. Give everything a quick toss to combine and then transfer to a serving bowl. Sprinkle parsley and serve hot immediately.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
216kcal
(11%)
Carbohydrates
6g
(2%)
Protein
33g
(66%)
Fat
6g
(9%)
Saturated Fat
3g
(15%)
Cholesterol
391mg
(130%)
Sodium
1995mg
(83%)
Potassium
483mg
(14%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
4g
(8%)
Vitamin A
378IU
(8%)
Vitamin C
34mg
(38%)
Calcium
250mg
(25%)
Iron
4mg
(22%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 3people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 216 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 216kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 6g | 2% |
| Protein | 33g | 66% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 391mg | 130% |
| Sodium | 1995mg | 83% |
| Potassium | 483mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 378IU | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 34mg | 38% |
| Calcium | 250mg | 25% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.7
132 reviews
Excellent
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