Shrimp Scampi with Zucchini Noodles

A light and healthy take on classic shrimp scampi, using zucchini noodles instead of pasta. Garlic, white wine, and lemon create a bright and flavorful sauce.

30m4 servings

Contains shellfish

320 cal|28g protein|12g carbs|18g fat|4g fiber

Ingredients

about 450 g Large shrimp
4 medium Zucchini
3 tablespoons Olive oil
6 cloves Garlic
0.5 cup Dry white wine
2 tablespoons Lemon juice
0.25 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
0.25 cup Fresh parsley
0.5 teaspoon Salt
0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Original measure retained: its cup/spoon or fluid-volume standard is unspecified.

Instructions

1Prepare the shrimp: Peel and devein the about 450 g of Large shrimp. Pat the shrimp completely dry with paper towels.
2Prepare the zucchini noodles: Use a spiralizer to create noodles from the 4 medium Zucchini. Set aside.
3Sauté aromatics: Heat the 3 tablespoons of Olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat (176.7°C / 175°C). Add the 6 cloves of minced Garlic and the 0.25 teaspoon of Red pepper flakes. Cook, stirring constantly, for about 30 seconds, or until the garlic is fragrant but not browned.
4Cook the shrimp: Add the prepared about 450 g of Large shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes on the first side, then flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and opaque and reach an internal temperature of 63°C.
5Create the sauce: Pour the 0.5 cup of Dry white wine and the 2 tablespoons of Lemon juice into the skillet with the shrimp. Bring the liquid to a simmer and cook for 2 minutes, allowing the sauce to reduce slightly.
6Add zucchini noodles: Add the prepared zucchini noodles to the skillet. Toss gently to coat the noodles with the sauce. Cook for 1-2 minutes, or until the zucchini noodles are tender-crisp.
7Finish and serve: Stir in the 0.25 cup of Fresh parsley, the 0.5 teaspoon of Salt, and the 0.25 teaspoon of Black pepper. Serve the Shrimp Scampi with Zucchini Noodles immediately.

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