Description
Garlic Butter Shrimp with Zucchini Noodles is a quick, healthy, and flavorful low-carb dinner option. Tender shrimp cooked in a garlic butter sauce are served atop lightly sautéed zucchini noodles, creating a delicious and satisfying meal ready in just 20 minutes.
Ingredients
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Shrimp and Sauce
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter (or ghee for Whole30)
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Zucchini Noodles
- 3 medium zucchini, spiralized into noodles
Garnish
- Fresh parsley or basil, chopped (for garnish)
- Grated Parmesan cheese (optional, omit for dairy-free)
Instructions
- Prep the zucchini noodles: Use a spiralizer to create noodles from the zucchini. Place the noodles on a paper towel, lightly salt them to draw out excess moisture, and let them sit while you prepare the shrimp.
- Cook the shrimp: Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2–3 minutes on each side until they turn pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
- Sauté the zucchini noodles: To the same skillet, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and the zucchini noodles. Toss and cook for 2–3 minutes, just until the noodles are tender but not soggy.
- Combine and serve: Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet with the zucchini noodles. Add the lemon juice and toss everything together. Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
- Garnish and enjoy: Serve the dish hot, garnished with fresh parsley or basil and optional grated Parmesan cheese for extra flavor.
Notes
- To keep this recipe dairy-free, substitute butter with ghee and omit Parmesan cheese.
- Be careful not to overcook zucchini noodles; they should be tender but retain some firmness to avoid sogginess.
- Adjust red pepper flakes according to your desired spice level or omit for a milder dish.
- Use fresh shrimp for the best flavor and texture.
- This dish is naturally low-carb and gluten-free.
