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15 Minute Garlic Shrimp Zoodles Recipe

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This quick and flavorful 15 Minute Garlic Shrimp Zoodles recipe makes a light, healthy, and delicious meal featuring tender shrimp sautéed with garlic and lemon, served over perfectly cooked zucchini noodles. Ideal for a low-carb dinner, it combines the freshness of zoodles with the savory taste of garlic-infused shrimp, finished with a hint of red pepper flakes and fresh parsley.

Ingredients

Vegetables

  • 2 medium zucchini
  • 3-4 cloves garlic, minced
  • Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

Seafood

  • 3/4 pounds medium shrimp, peeled and deveined

Other

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Juice and zest of 1 lemon
  • Red pepper flakes, optional
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Zucchini Noodles: Spiralize the zucchini using a spiralizer set to medium. Once spiraled into noodles, set them aside to use shortly.
  2. Cook Shrimp: Heat olive oil along with the lemon juice and zest in a skillet over medium heat. When the pan is warm, add the shrimp and cook for about one minute on each side until they are pink and opaque.
  3. Add Garlic and Red Pepper Flakes: Stir in the minced garlic and, if desired, red pepper flakes. Cook this mixture for an additional minute while stirring frequently to prevent the garlic from burning.
  4. Cook the Zoodles: Add the zucchini noodles to the skillet. Toss constantly using tongs for 2 to 3 minutes until the noodles are just warmed through and slightly tender but still retain some crispness.
  5. Season and Serve: Season the entire dish with salt and pepper to your taste. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.

Notes

  • Do not overcook the zoodles to maintain their texture; they should be tender but not mushy.
  • Red pepper flakes add a spicy kick but can be omitted for a milder flavor.
  • Using fresh lemon juice and zest brightens up the dish and adds freshness.
  • This dish is perfect for a quick weeknight meal and can be doubled to serve more people.
  • For extra richness, you can drizzle a little more olive oil before serving.

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