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Zucchini Pasta with Lemon Garlic Shrimp


  • Author: anna
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x
  • Diet: Seafood

Description

A delightful dish combining zucchini noodles and shrimp with bright lemon and garlic flavors, offering a light and satisfying meal.


Ingredients

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  • 2 medium zucchinis, spiralized
  • 8 oz shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 lemon, juiced and zested
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream or coconut milk
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  3. Add the shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and cook until pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Stir in the heavy cream or coconut milk, lemon juice, and lemon zest.
  5. Add the spiralized zucchini and toss to coat. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until zucchini is tender but still crisp.
  6. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley.

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate shrimp in lemon juice and garlic for 15 minutes before cooking. Use a spiralizer for uniform noodles.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 150mg