Shrimp Scampi over Zucchini Noodles

Name: Shrimp Scampi over Zucchini Noodles
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 2 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound (450 g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined; 2 medium zucchini (about 350 g), spiralized; 4 tablespoons butter, divided; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 4 cloves garlic, minced; ¼ cup (60 ml) dry white wine; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice and 1 teaspoon zest; ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes; ¼ cup (25 g) grated parmesan; 2 tablespoons chopped parsley

Garlicky butter-lemon shrimp scampi over fresh zucchini noodles. A 20-minute keto dinner that tastes like Friday night at an Italian restaurant.

Prep10 min
Cook10 min
Serves2

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All the garlic, butter and white wine of a classic shrimp scampi, without the pasta. Zucchini noodles go in at the last minute so they stay crisp-tender instead of watery, and a little parmesan on top makes it feel like a proper entrée.

Nutrition per serving (estimated)

8.1gNet carbs

53gProtein

35gFat

577Calories

Method

Pat the shrimp dry and season with salt and pepper. Heat the oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium-high. Cook the shrimp 1 to 2 minutes per side until just pink; move to a plate.
Lower the heat to medium. Add 2 more tablespoons butter and the garlic and pepper flakes and cook 30 seconds. Add the wine and lemon juice and simmer 2 minutes.
Whisk in the last tablespoon of butter. Add the zucchini noodles and toss in the sauce for 1 to 2 minutes, until just tender.
Return the shrimp to the pan, toss, and finish with parsley, parmesan and lemon zest.

Chef’s notes

Salt the zucchini noodles and let them drain on paper towels for 10 minutes first if you want zero water in the sauce.
Do not cook the noodles longer than 2 minutes; they go limp fast.

Storage: Best fresh. Zucchini noodles release water as they sit.

Food safety: the USDA’s minimum internal temperatures are 165°F (74°C) for poultry, 160°F (71°C) for ground meat, and 145°F (63°C) for whole cuts of beef, pork, lamb and fish, with a 3-minute rest for the meat. Use an instant-read thermometer. More on food safety.

Nutrition is a calculated estimate per serving using standard ingredient data; brands and portions vary. Net carbs = total carbohydrates − fiber. Not medical advice. See our health disclaimer.

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