Description
This Garlic Butter Shrimp with Zucchini Noodles is a low-carb, high-protein dinner that’s ready in under 15 minutes! Juicy shrimp tossed in garlic butter and lemon are paired with tender zucchini noodles for a light and satisfying meal. Perfect for weeknights, clean eating, and keto lifestyles.
Ingredients
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1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
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1 tablespoon butter
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper
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1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
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2 cups zucchini noodles
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1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
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Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat.
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Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
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Add shrimp, seasoning with salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes.
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Cook shrimp 2–3 minutes per side until opaque and pink. Remove from pan.
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In the same skillet, sauté zucchini noodles for about 2 minutes until tender but not soggy.
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Return shrimp to the pan and toss everything together.
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Drizzle with lemon juice just before serving.
Notes
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Use a spiralizer for fresh zucchini noodles or grab pre-spiralized for convenience.
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Add grated Parmesan or chopped parsley for extra flavor.
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Serve with a side salad for a full meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 215mg