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Easy Garlic Parmesan Zucchini Noodles with Shrimp

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A quick and easy weeknight dinner featuring tender shrimp and spiralized zucchini tossed in a garlic parmesan butter sauce. This low-carb, gluten-free dish comes together in under 20 minutes and is packed with flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 4 medium zucchini (about 2 pounds)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • Juice of ½ lemon

Instructions

  1. Prep the zucchini noodles: Trim the ends off the zucchini and spiralize into noodles. Place in a colander, sprinkle with about ½ teaspoon salt, and let sit for 10 minutes. Pat dry with paper towels or a clean kitchen towel.
  2. Season the shrimp: Pat shrimp dry with paper towels. In a medium bowl, toss shrimp with olive oil, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Let marinate for 5 minutes.
  3. Sear the shrimp: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil. Place shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
  4. Cook the garlic butter: Reduce heat to medium. Add butter to the same skillet. Once melted, add remaining minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds, stirring constantly.
  5. Sauté the zucchini noodles: Add dried zucchini noodles to the skillet. Toss with tongs for 2-3 minutes until heated through and slightly tender.
  6. Finish the dish: Remove skillet from heat. Sprinkle parmesan over noodles and toss until melted. Add cooked shrimp back to the pan, squeeze lemon juice over everything, and sprinkle with fresh parsley. Toss to combine. Adjust seasoning with salt or pepper if needed.
  7. Serve immediately: Divide among warm plates. Garnish with extra parmesan and red pepper flakes if desired.

Notes

Don’t skip salting and drying the zucchini noodles to avoid sogginess. Use freshly grated parmesan for best melting. Serve immediately as zucchini noodles do not hold up well over time.

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Keywords: zucchini noodles, shrimp, garlic parmesan, low-carb, gluten-free, quick dinner, weeknight meal

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