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Healthy Zucchini Noodle Shrimp Scampi Recipe Easy Garlic Butter Sauce

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A quick and healthy shrimp scampi recipe using zucchini noodles instead of pasta, featuring a rich garlic butter sauce with fresh lemon juice. Perfect for a light, low-carb dinner that doesn’t sacrifice flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 3 medium zucchinis (about 600 g), spiralized into noodles
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Juice of 1 medium lemon
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Wash and dry the zucchinis. Using a spiralizer, create long noodles. Optionally, sprinkle noodles lightly with salt and let sit in a colander for 10 minutes, then pat dry.
  2. Peel and devein the shrimp if not already done. Pat dry with paper towels. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
  3. Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2 minutes per side or until pink and opaque. Cook in batches if needed. Remove shrimp to a plate and set aside.
  4. Reduce heat to medium. Add remaining 2 tablespoons butter to the skillet. Once melted, add minced garlic and red pepper flakes. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned, stirring frequently.
  5. Pour in freshly squeezed lemon juice and stir to combine with the garlic butter. Scrape the bottom of the pan to incorporate any browned bits.
  6. Add zucchini noodles to the skillet. Toss gently with the sauce for 2-3 minutes until just warmed through, keeping noodles tender but with a little bite.
  7. Return shrimp to the skillet and stir to coat in the sauce. Heat for an additional 1 minute. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
  8. Remove from heat and sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the top. Toss gently and serve immediately.

Notes

To avoid soggy noodles, do not overcook zucchini noodles; sauté for 2-3 minutes only. Salt zucchini noodles and let them sit for 10 minutes to reduce moisture if desired. Cook shrimp in batches to avoid overcrowding and ensure a nice sear. Use medium heat for garlic to prevent burning. Spiralize zucchinis ahead and store wrapped in paper towels in an airtight container for up to one day to save time.

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Keywords: zucchini noodles, shrimp scampi, garlic butter sauce, low carb, healthy dinner, quick recipe, gluten-free, dairy-free option

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