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Lemon-Garlic Butter Shrimp with Spiralized Vegetable Noodles

Lemon-Garlic Butter Shrimp with Spiralized Vegetable Noodles

Dinner
Prep Time
25min
Cook Time
20min
Servings
4
Calories
345
Chef's Note

For the best texture, don't overcook your spiralized vegetables - they should remain slightly crisp. If you find your zucchini noodles releasing too much water, salt them lightly and let them sit in a colander for 15 minutes before cooking, then pat dry with paper towels. This removes excess moisture and prevents a watery sauce.

Tags
seafood
low-carb
high-protein
Mediterranean
shrimp
zucchini
quick
gluten-free
healthy
dinner
Ingredients
  • 1.5 pounds large shrimp

  • 3 medium zucchini

  • 1 medium yellow squash

  • 2 large carrots

  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • 6 cloves garlic

  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes

  • 2 whole lemons

  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley

  • 2 tablespoons fresh basil

  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes

  • 1/4 cup dry white wine

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions
  • 1

    Peel and devein 1.5 pounds of shrimp, leaving tails intact if desired. Pat dry with paper towels and season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.

  • 2

    Spiralize 3 medium zucchini, 1 medium yellow squash, and 2 large carrots using a spiralizer on medium thickness setting. If you don't have a spiralizer, use a vegetable peeler to create long ribbons. Set aside on paper towels to absorb excess moisture.

  • 3

    Mince 6 cloves of garlic and chop 1/4 cup fresh parsley and 2 tablespoons fresh basil. Halve 1 cup of cherry tomatoes. Zest and juice 2 lemons, keeping zest and juice separate.

  • 4

    In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the spiralized vegetables and sauté for 3-4 minutes until just tender but still crisp. Season with 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Transfer to a plate and cover to keep warm.

  • 5

    In the same skillet, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil and 2 tablespoons butter over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp in a single layer and cook for 1-2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Transfer to a plate.

  • 6

    Reduce heat to medium and add the minced garlic and 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes to the skillet. Cook for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.

  • 7

    Add 1/4 cup white wine to deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits. Let it reduce by half, about 2 minutes.

  • 8

    Add the lemon juice, lemon zest, and remaining 2 tablespoons butter to the skillet. Stir until butter is melted and sauce is slightly thickened, about 2 minutes.

  • 9

    Return the shrimp to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce. Cook for 1 minute to reheat the shrimp.

  • 10

    Add the halved cherry tomatoes and cook for 1 minute until slightly softened.

  • 11

    Return the spiralized vegetables to the skillet and gently toss everything together to combine and coat with the sauce. Heat for 1-2 minutes.

  • 12

    Remove from heat and sprinkle with fresh parsley and basil. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Information (per serving)
345
Calories
32g
Protein
15g
Carbs
18g
Fat

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