Description
This Shrimp Scampi with Zucchini Noodles is a healthy, quick-to-make dish that packs classic flavors of garlic, butter, and lemon, combining tender shrimp with zesty zucchini noodles in a stunning 20-minute meal.
Ingredients
Scale
1 lb Large Shrimp (peeled, deveined, tails on or off)
3–4 medium Zucchini
3 tablespoons Unsalted Butter
1 tablespoon Olive Oil
4–6 cloves Garlic (minced)
1/4 cup Dry White Wine
2 tablespoons Lemon Juice (freshly squeezed)
1/4 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes (optional)
1/4 cup Fresh Parsley (chopped)
Salt and Black Pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Prep Your Zucchini Noodles: Spiralize or slice zucchini into thin noodles and set aside
- Prep Your Shrimp: Pat shrimp dry and season with salt and black pepper
- Heat the Pan: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat with olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter until melted
- Sauté the Shrimp: Cook shrimp for 1-2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove and set aside
- Build the Scampi Sauce: Add remaining butter, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes to the pan. Sauté for 30-60 seconds
- Deglaze with Wine: Pour in white wine and scrape the pan to release browned bits. Simmer for 1-2 minutes
- Add Lemon Juice: Stir in fresh lemon juice
- Combine with Zucchini Noodles: Toss zucchini noodles in the sauce for 1-2 minutes until slightly softened
- Return Shrimp & Garnish: Add shrimp back to the pan, toss to coat, and stir in fresh parsley
- Serve Immediately!
Notes
Don't overcook the shrimp.
Use fresh lemon juice for best flavor.
Adjust spice level with red pepper flakes as desired.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 300-350 kcal
- Sugar: 3-4 g
- Sodium: 400-500 mg
- Fat: 18-22 g
- Saturated Fat: 9-11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: 8-10 g
- Fiber: 2-3 g
- Protein: 30-35 g
- Cholesterol: 200-250 mg