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20-Minute Garlic Shrimp with Zucchini Noodles

20-Minute Garlic Shrimp with Zucchini Noodles

  • Author: Judy Wilson
  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 20 mins
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Description

A quick and easy dish featuring garlic shrimp served over zucchini noodles for a light, flavorful meal.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 medium zucchini, spiralized into noodles
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Add shrimp, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until shrimp turns pink.
  4. Add zucchini noodles and lemon juice. Toss gently and cook for 2 minutes until noodles soften slightly.
  5. Remove from heat, garnish with parsley, and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Use pre-spiralized zucchini noodles for faster prep.
  • Adjust red pepper flakes for desired spice level.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 780mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 220mg

Keywords: garlic shrimp, zucchini noodles, 20-minute meal, quick dinner