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Indulge in a burst of flavors with this vibrant and healthy dish that combines succulent shrimp, zesty lemon, and aromatic garlic with light and refreshing zucchini noodles. This recipe is sure to tantalize your taste buds while keeping your meal wholesome and satisfying.
Ingredients:
- 1 lb fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3-4 medium zucchinis, spiralized into noodles
- 4 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions:
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sauté until fragrant.
- Add shrimp to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and cook until pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Remove shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add zucchini noodles, lemon juice, and zest. Toss gently until zucchini is just tender, about 2-3 minutes.
- Return the shrimp to the skillet, toss everything together, and heat through.
- Adjust seasoning if needed and garnish with fresh parsley.
- Serve hot and enjoy the vibrant flavors of zesty lemon garlic shrimp with zucchini noodles.
Cooking Tips:
- To prevent the zucchini noodles from becoming watery, lightly salt them and let them sit for a few minutes before cooking.
- You can add cherry tomatoes or sliced bell peppers for extra color and flavor.
- Feel free to customize the dish with your favorite herbs or spices.
Duration:
Preparation Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 25 minutes
Serving Size:
This recipe serves 4 people.
Nutritional Information:
Calories per serving: 250 | Protein: 25g | Carbohydrates: 10g | Fat: 12g | Fiber: 3g
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Tags:
Healthy, Seafood, Low Carb, Gluten-Free, Quick Recipe
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