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Healthy Shrimp Scampi W/Zucchini Noodles: An Incredible Ultimate Recipe

Ingredients

– 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
– 3 medium zucchinis, spiralized into noodles
– 3 tablespoons olive oil
– 4 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tablespoon lemon juice
– 1 teaspoon lemon zest
– ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
– Grated Parmesan cheese for serving (optional)

Instructions

Creating this Healthy Shrimp Scampi w/Zucchini Noodles is a breeze when you follow these straightforward steps:

1. Spiralize Zucchini: Using a spiralizer, create noodles from the zucchinis and set them aside.
2. Cook Shrimp: In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and season them with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Cook for about 2-3 minutes until they turn pink and opaque. Remove shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
3. Sauté Garlic: In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and minced garlic. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
4. Add Zucchini Noodles: Add the zucchini noodles to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes. Stir occasionally until they are tender yet still firm.
5. Combine Ingredients: Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet with the zucchini noodles. Add lemon juice and lemon zest, tossing to combine all ingredients well.
6. Heat Through: Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to warm everything through, adding more seasoning if necessary.
7. Serve: Remove from heat, plate the dish, and garnish with chopped parsley and grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Following these steps, you’ll create a swift and scrumptious Healthy Shrimp Scampi w/Zucchini Noodles that will become a favorite in your household.

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