Classic Garlic Butter Shrimp with Zoodles
This quick and healthy low-carb meal features succulent shrimp cooked in a rich garlic butter sauce, served over fresh zucchini noodles.
Equipment
- Spiralizer
- Large skillet
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb fresh shrimp peeled and deveined (tail-on or tail-off)
- 2 medium-sized zucchini
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
- 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes optional
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
Instructions
Preparation
- Wash and trim the zucchini, then use a spiralizer to create zoodles. Optionally, salt and drain the zoodles for 10-15 minutes to reduce water content, then pat them dry.
Cooking
- Heat butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes (if using) and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they turn pink and opaque. Season with salt and black pepper, then remove the shrimp and set aside.
- Add the prepared zoodles to the same skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes, gently tossing to coat them in the remaining garlic butter sauce. Avoid overcooking to prevent soggy zoodles.
- Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet with the zoodles. Stir in the fresh parsley and fresh lemon juice.
Serving
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve immediately.
Notes
This quick and healthy dish pairs tender shrimp with fresh zucchini noodles, all coated in a flavorful garlic butter sauce. Adjust red pepper flakes to your spice preference.