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Description
A light and flavorful dish featuring shrimp sautéed in garlic butter sauce served over zucchini noodles.
Ingredients
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- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 medium zucchinis, spiralized
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup white wine (optional)
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Spiralize the zucchinis into noodles and set aside.
- Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add garlic and red pepper flakes, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add shrimp, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink.
- Pour in white wine (if using) and simmer for 1 minute.
- Add zucchini noodles and toss for 1-2 minutes until slightly softened.
- Stir in lemon juice and parsley.
- Serve immediately, topped with Parmesan cheese if desired.
Notes
- Use fresh shrimp for the best flavor and texture.
- For a dairy-free option, skip the butter and Parmesan.
- Zucchini noodles cook quickly, so avoid overcooking.
- Add extra vegetables like cherry tomatoes or spinach if preferred.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 220mg