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Fresh Zucchini Noodle Shrimp Scampi Recipe Easy Garlic Butter Delight

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A fresh and light shrimp scampi made with zucchini noodles and a garlicky butter sauce, perfect for a quick and satisfying weeknight meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined (wild-caught if possible)
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided, softened
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 3 medium zucchinis (about 4 cups of noodles), spiralized fresh just before cooking

Instructions

  1. Prepare the zucchini noodles: Wash and dry the zucchinis. Using a spiralizer, create noodles and place them in a colander over the sink. Lightly salt the noodles and let them sit for 10 minutes to draw out excess moisture. Then, gently squeeze the noodles with paper towels to remove any remaining water.
  2. Prep the shrimp: Pat the peeled and deveined shrimp dry with paper towels, then season lightly with salt and pepper.
  3. Cook the shrimp: Heat 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once melted and sizzling, add the shrimp in a single layer. Cook for about 2 minutes per side, until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp from skillet and set aside.
  4. Make the garlic butter sauce: Reduce heat to medium, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter to the skillet. Stir in minced garlic and red pepper flakes (if using). Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring often, until garlic is fragrant but not browned.
  5. Deglaze and flavor the sauce: Add lemon juice to the skillet, scraping up any browned bits from the pan. Let the sauce simmer for 1 minute to blend flavors.
  6. Combine noodles and shrimp: Add the zucchini noodles to the skillet, tossing gently to coat them in the garlic butter sauce. Cook for 2-3 minutes until noodles are warmed and slightly softened but still have a bit of crunch. Return the shrimp to the pan and toss everything together.
  7. Finish and serve: Remove from heat, sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the dish, and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed. Serve immediately.

Notes

Salt zucchini noodles and let them drain to prevent sogginess. Avoid overcooking shrimp to keep them juicy. Cook garlic gently to avoid bitterness. If sauce thickens too much, add a splash of water or broth to loosen it.

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Keywords: zucchini noodles, shrimp scampi, garlic butter, low-carb, gluten-free, quick dinner, healthy seafood

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