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Garlic Shrimp Zoodles

Garlic Shrimp Zoodles: Whip Up This 15-Minute Delight

Garlic Shrimp Zoodles is a quick, nutritious, and flavorful dish combining shrimp with vibrant zucchini noodles, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Zoodles
  • 2 medium zucchini spiraled to create zoodles
For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound medium shrimp peeled and deveined
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or avocado oil as substitute
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 pinch red pepper flakes optional for spice
For Dressing and Garnish
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • spiralizer
  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Spiralize medium-sized zucchini using a spiralizer to create zoodles and set aside.
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and add lemon zest and juice.
  3. Add the shrimp and cook for about 1 minute on each side until pink and opaque.
  4. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, stir for 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Combine zoodles with the garlic mixture, cooking for 2-3 minutes until glossy.
  6. Return the shrimp to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and serve garnished with parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish is best enjoyed immediately after cooking for optimal texture and flavor.

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