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Flavorful Garlic Butter Shrimp Scampi with Zucchini Noodles

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A quick and easy shrimp scampi recipe featuring a garlicky butter sauce served over fresh zucchini noodles, perfect for a light, low-carb meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup dry white wine or low-sodium chicken broth
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 4 medium zucchinis, spiralized
  • Salt, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (optional)

Instructions

  1. Using a spiralizer, create zucchini noodles from the 4 medium zucchinis. Place them in a colander, sprinkle lightly with salt, and let sit for 10 minutes to draw out excess moisture. Gently pat dry with paper towels.
  2. Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels, then season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using.
  3. Heat 2 tablespoons of butter in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp in a single layer and cook about 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp and set aside.
  4. Lower heat to medium, add remaining 2 tablespoons butter to skillet. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds to 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
  5. Pour in 1/4 cup dry white wine or chicken broth, scraping the pan to lift flavorful bits. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly reduced.
  6. Stir in juice of 1 lemon and chopped parsley.
  7. Add zucchini noodles to skillet, tossing gently to coat in garlic butter sauce. Cook 2-3 minutes until just tender but still crisp.
  8. Return cooked shrimp to skillet, toss to combine and warm through for about 1 minute.
  9. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, or lemon juice as needed. Serve immediately.

Notes

Pat shrimp dry before cooking to avoid steaming and rubbery texture. Salt zucchini noodles and let sit to remove moisture to prevent sogginess. Use moderate heat to avoid burning garlic. White wine can be substituted with low-sodium chicken broth.

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Keywords: shrimp scampi, garlic butter shrimp, zucchini noodles, low carb, keto, seafood, quick dinner, healthy dinner

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