Shrimp Scampi Zoodles Recipe

Name: Shrimp Scampi Zoodles
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 medium zucchini, about 8 oz each; 1/2 tbsp unsalted butter; 2 tsp extra virgin olive oil. divided; 4 minced garlic cloves, divided; 12 large peeled and deveined shrimp (about 6.5 oz); kosher salt, to taste; freshly ground black pepper; 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley leaves; 1/2 tsp fresh grated lemon zest; 3 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice (from 1 lemon); 1/8 tsp hot red pepper flakes

Servings: persons

2 medium zucchini, about 8 oz each
1/2 tbsp unsalted butter
2 tsp extra virgin olive oil. divided
4 minced garlic cloves, divided
12 large peeled and deveined shrimp (about 6.5 oz)
kosher salt, to taste
freshly ground black pepper
1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley leaves
1/2 tsp fresh grated lemon zest
3 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice (from 1 lemon)
1/8 tsp hot red pepper flakes

1
Use a mandolin fitted with a julienne blade or a spiralizer to cut the zucchini into noodles. Cut the strips into 6 to 8-inch strips.
2
In a large nonstick pan, melt the butter and 1 teaspoon olive oil over medium heat. Add the garlic and saute for 1 minute. Add the shrimp, kosher salt, and the pepper and saute until the shrimp have just turned pink, about 5 minutes, stirring often. Set aside.
3
Add the remaining oil and garlic to the skillet, cook 30 seconds then add the zucchini noodles, kosher salt and pepper.
4
Cook 2 minutes, stirring.
5
Remove from the heat, add the shrimp, parsley, lemon zest, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes. Toss well to combine and serve immediately.
6
6 shrimp, half the noodles.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 medium zucchini, about 8 oz each, 1/2 tbsp unsalted butter, 2 tsp extra virgin olive oil. divided, 4 minced garlic cloves, divided, and more.

Yes, Shrimp Scampi Zoodles falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Shrimp Scampi Zoodles

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