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15-Minute Garlic Shrimp Zoodles

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This 15-Minute Garlic Shrimp Zoodles recipe is a quick, healthy, and flavorful meal that combines succulent shrimp with zucchini noodles (zoodles) for a low-carb, gluten-free option. Tossed in a delicious garlic butter sauce with a hint of lemon, this dish is light yet satisfying, making it perfect for a busy weeknight or a light weekend meal.

Ingredients

1 lb (450g) shrimp, peeled and deveined

4 medium zucchinis, spiralized into zoodles

2 tablespoons olive oil

4 cloves garlic, minced

1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)

1/4 cup chicken broth or white wine

2 tablespoons unsalted butter

Juice of 1 lemon

Salt and pepper, to taste

2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Lemon wedges (optional, for serving)

Instructions

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the shrimp and season with salt and pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, until the shrimp are pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
  2. In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and the minced garlic. Sauté for 1-2 minutes, until the garlic is fragrant but not burnt.
  3. Add the chicken broth (or white wine) to the skillet, scraping up any bits from the bottom of the pan. Bring to a simmer and cook for 1-2 minutes to allow the sauce to reduce slightly.
  4. Add the butter and stir until melted. Once the butter has melted, add the zoodles to the skillet and toss to coat them in the garlic butter sauce. Cook for 2-3 minutes, until the zoodles are tender but still slightly crisp.
  5. Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and toss everything together to combine. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the top and toss again.
  6. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges on the side for extra zest.
  7. Serve immediately and enjoy your quick, healthy meal!

Notes

Feel free to add other vegetables like cherry tomatoes, spinach, or bell peppers to the skillet for extra flavor and nutrients.

You can substitute the shrimp with other seafood such as scallops or even chicken breast for a variation.

Add more red pepper flakes or a pinch of cayenne pepper for more heat.

For a different twist, try using pesto instead of the garlic butter sauce.

Top the dish with freshly grated Parmesan or Pecorino Romano cheese for a cheesy touch.

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