Shrimp Scampi Zoodles for Two
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Shrimp Scampi Zoodles for Two
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Shrimp Scampi Zoodles for Two, a delicious garlic shrimp and lemon dish over zucchini noodles is an EASY low-carb dish that takes less than 20 minutes! It's also gluten-free, paleo, Whole30 and keto!
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Ingredients
- 2 medium zucchini (about 7 oz each)
- 1/2 tbsp unsalted butter (or olive oil for Whole30)
- 2 tsp extra virgin olive oil (divided)
- 4 minced garlic cloves (divided)
- 12 large peeled and deveined shrimp (about 6.5 oz)
- kosher salt (to taste)
- freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley leaves
- 1/2 tsp fresh grated lemon zest
- 3 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice (from 1 lemon)
- 1/8 tsp hot red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Use a mandolin fitted with a julienne blade or a spiralizer to cut the zucchini into noodles. Cut the strips into 6 to 8-inch strips.
- In a large nonstick pan, melt the butter and 1 teaspoon olive oil over medium heat. Add the garlic and saute for 1 minute. Add the shrimp, kosher salt, and the pepper and saute until the shrimp have just turned pink, about 5 minutes, stirring often. Set aside.
- Add the remaining oil and garlic to the skillet, cook 30 seconds then add the zucchini noodles, kosher salt and pepper. Cook 2 minutes, stirring.
- Remove from the heat, add the shrimp, parsley, lemon zest, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes. Toss well to combine and serve immediately.
- Makes 2 servings. 6 shrimp, half the noodles.
Nutrition Information
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Serving
6shrimp, 1 zucchini
Calories
161kcal
(8%)
Carbohydrates
13g
(4%)
Protein
11g
(22%)
Fat
8g
(12%)
Saturated Fat
2.5g
(13%)
Cholesterol
72mg
(24%)
Sodium
76mg
(3%)
Fiber
4g
(16%)
Sugar
4g
(8%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 2Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 161 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 6shrimp, 1 zucchini | |
| Calories | 161kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 13g | 4% |
| Protein | 11g | 22% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 2.5g | 13% |
| Cholesterol | 72mg | 24% |
| Sodium | 76mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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4.7
45 reviews
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