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Shrimp Scampi Zoodles for Two

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!

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 2
Calories: 161 kcal
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American

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

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  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. Remove from the heat, add the shrimp, parsley, lemon zest, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes. Toss well to combine and serve immediately.
  5. Makes 2 servings. 6 shrimp, half the noodles.

Nutrition Information

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

% 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.