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Lemon Garlic Shrimp with Zucchini Noodles

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  • Author: clara
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

A light and vibrant dish featuring succulent shrimp, garlic, and spiralized zucchini noodles, perfect for quick weeknight meals.


Ingredients

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  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 medium zucchinis, spiralized
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 lemon, juiced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Chopped parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat until hot but not smoking.
  2. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about one minute until fragrant.
  3. Add the shrimp and season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Cook for about 3-4 minutes until pink and opaque.
  4. Add the zucchini noodles and lemon juice, tossing everything together. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until noodles are tender.
  5. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

For added flavor, consider including lemon zest or substitute zucchini noodles with spaghetti squash.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 350mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 200mg