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Shrimp Scampi w/ Zucchini Noodles recipe in a bowl with a fork.
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Healthy Shrimp Scampi w/ Zucchini Noodles

This Healthy Shrimp Scampi recipe is comforting and delicious! Made with zucchini noodles and better-for-you ingredients, you can't go wrong with this easy one-pan meal. It has the same buttery and lemony taste of classic shrimp scampi but with a healthy weeknight dinner spin. Make this healthy dinner in just 30 minutes!
Course Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine American, Italian
Diet Gluten Free
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 Servings
Calories 231kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 Tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/4 cup diced onion or shallot
  • 2 Tablespoons minced garlic
  • 1 pound raw shrimp thaw if previously frozen
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 Tablespoon lemon zest
  • 2 medium lemons, juiced about 4 Tablespoons
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth
  • 1 1/2 pounds zucchini noodles
  • 1/4 cup fresh chopped parsley and chives
  • 1/4 cup parmesan

Instructions

  • Add the onion and olive oil to a large pan and saute for about 5 minutes. 
  • Add in the garlic and saute for about 1 additional minute. 
  • Add in the shrimp, salt, red pepper flakes, and black pepper. 
  • Saute for 3-4 minutes or until the shrimp begin to cook. 
  • Add in the chicken broth, lemon zest, and juice. 
  • Cook until the shrimp are completely cooked through, about 2-3 more minutes. 
  • Add in the zucchini noodles, parsley, chives, and parmesan, then toss to combine.
  • You can cook down the zucchini to soften, or just saute it for a minute or so to retain some crunch. 
  • Serve with extra parmesan and enjoy!

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Notes

  • Since Healthy Shrimp Scampi uses zucchini noodles, it's best served fresh. However, leftovers can definitely be stored for later! Keep this meal in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2-3 days or in the freezer for up to 1-2 months.
  • When ready to enjoy, reheat from frozen in the microwave or, better yet, saute it in a cast iron skillet with a little bit of oil.
  • Not feeling the zucchini noodles? Feel free to use your favorite whole wheat, low-carb, or chickpea linguine pasta (angel hair pasta works great, too)!

Nutrition

Serving: 2Cups | Calories: 231kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 147mg | Sodium: 1401mg | Potassium: 730mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 998IU | Vitamin C: 69mg | Calcium: 202mg | Iron: 2mg