SHRIMP SCAMPI ZOODLES FOR TWO

161 Cals 11 Protein 13 Carbs 8 Fats
PREP TIME:
5 mins
COOK TIME:
10 mins
TOTAL TIME:
15 mins
YIELD:2
COURSE:Dinner
CUISINE:American
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!
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
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.
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.
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.
Remove from the heat, add the shrimp, parsley, lemon zest, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes. Toss well to combine and serve immediately.
Makes 2 servings. 6 shrimp, half the noodles.
Serving: 6shrimp, 1 zucchini, Calories: 161kcal, Carbohydrates: 13g, Protein: 11g, Fat: 8g, Saturated Fat: 2.5g, Cholesterol: 72mg, Sodium: 76mg, Fiber: 4g, Sugar: 4gBlue Smart Points:3Green Smart Points:4Purple Smart Points:3Points +:4