One Pan Garlic Shrimp And Zucchini Noodles
One Pan Garlic Shrimp And Zucchini Noodles is a delightful and nutritious dish that combines succulent shrimp with tender zucchini noodles, finished with the bold flavors of garlic and zesty lemon. This quick recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, offering a light yet satisfying meal that can be prepared in just 22 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired
Ingredients
Scale
- 20 large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 4 medium zucchini (spiralized into noodles)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 3–4 garlic cloves (minced)
- ¼ tsp red chili flakes
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and red chili flakes; sauté for about 40-60 seconds until fragrant.
- Toss in the shrimp along with lemon juice, salt, and pepper; cook for about 3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- Remove shrimp from the skillet. In the same pan, add zucchini noodles and sauté for 3-4 minutes until tender but still crunchy.
- Return shrimp to the pan, season to taste, mix well, and serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 200mg