Shrimp Zoodle Scampi

an overhead of a pan with cooked shrimp and zoodles.

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5 from 2 votes

Tender zucchini noodles replace pasta for this healthier take on the classic!

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Diet Gluten Free

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Sweat Time 20

Total Time 45

Servings

Calories 281kcal

Author Tracy

Ingredients

8 cups zoodles about 3 medium zucchini
1 lb shrimp deveined and shelled
3 tablespoon salted butter
3 tablespoons olive oil
4 cloves garlic minced
1 cup chicken stock room temp or warmed
1/4 cup lemon juice approximately 1 large lemon
1 teaspoon kosher salt divided
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/4 teaspoon lemon pepper seasoning
1 teaspoon lemon zest
2 tablespoons fresh parsley

Instructions

Prep Zucchini: Use a spiralizer or the thin julienne setting on a mandolin to cut the zucchinis (skin on) into "zoodles." Spread in either a colander or on a paper towel lined baking sheet and sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon of salt to sweat. Let rest for 20-30 minutes, then pat dry with a paper towel to remove the excess moisture.
Season Shrimp: Once the zoodles are ready, place shrimp in a small bowl and season with the other 1/2 teaspoon of salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and lemon pepper seasoning, and mix well.
Heat Pan: Heat a large skillet to medium and add butter and oil. Once the butter has melted, add the shrimp. Cook for 2 minutes on one side, flip the shrimp, and finish cooking for another 2-3 minutes on the other side. Remove from the pan and set aside.
Saute: Add garlic and saute for 1-2 minutes, stirring often to prevent burning. Add chicken stock and lemon juice, and then zoodles, and mix well. Saute for 5-7 minutes until the zoodles are tender. Return shrimp to the pan and finish with parsley and lemon zest.
Serve and Enjoy!

Notes

Storage

Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 2-3 days.

Substitutions

Chicken Stock: You can also use vegetable stock or a seafood stock if you have it. But be sure that it's not straight from the fridge, use room temp stock or warm a bit in the microwave before adding to the pan.

Shrimp: Substitute another protein like chicken or tofu, ensuring that each is cooked thoroughly before adding to the zoodles.

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