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Fresh Garlic Butter Shrimp Scampi with Zucchini Noodles

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A quick and easy low-carb dinner featuring garlicky butter shrimp served over fresh zucchini noodles, perfect for a light yet indulgent meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • About 4 medium zucchinis spiralized (or one 12-ounce package pre-spiralized zucchini noodles)
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the zucchini noodles by washing and trimming both ends of the zucchinis. Spiralize them or use a vegetable peeler to create thin ribbons. Set aside on paper towels to absorb excess moisture (about 10 minutes).
  2. Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and season lightly with salt and pepper (about 5 minutes).
  3. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp and set aside.
  4. Reduce heat to medium. Add remaining 2 tablespoons butter, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes (if using) to the pan. Stir constantly for about 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
  5. Add lemon juice to the garlic butter mixture, scraping up any browned bits from the pan (about 30 seconds).
  6. Toss zucchini noodles into the pan with the garlic butter sauce. Use tongs to gently mix and coat the noodles. Cook for 2-3 minutes until noodles are just tender but still have a slight bite.
  7. Return shrimp to the pan with the zucchini noodles. Toss everything together and heat through for about 1 minute.
  8. Remove from heat. Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the dish and stir gently. Optionally, top with grated Parmesan cheese.
  9. Serve immediately while warm and fragrant.

Notes

Pat shrimp dry before cooking to get a good sear. Avoid overcooking zucchini noodles to prevent sogginess. Use fresh garlic for best flavor. Optionally add grated Parmesan cheese for extra savoriness. For dairy-free, substitute butter with ghee or dairy-free margarine and lemon juice with coconut aminos.

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