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Fresh Light Lemon Garlic Shrimp with Zucchini Noodles

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A quick, healthy, and flavorful shrimp dish featuring tender shrimp sautéed with garlic and fresh lemon juice, served over light and crisp zucchini noodles. Perfect for a light dinner that’s ready in about 25 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined (wild-caught if possible)
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 4 medium zucchinis, spiralized
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Pinch of salt
  • Juice of 1 large lemon (about 3 tablespoons)
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
  • Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes

Instructions

  1. Wash and dry the zucchinis, then use a spiralizer to create noodles. Set aside on paper towels to absorb excess moisture (approx. 10 minutes).
  2. Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels. Toss with a pinch of salt and pepper.
  3. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and stir for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
  4. Add shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp from skillet and set aside (approx. 6-7 minutes).
  5. In the same skillet, add 1 tablespoon olive oil. Toss in zucchini noodles with a pinch of salt and sauté gently for 2-3 minutes until slightly softened but still crisp (approx. 3 minutes).
  6. Return shrimp to skillet with zucchini noodles. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the mixture and sprinkle with red pepper flakes if using. Toss gently and cook for an additional minute to combine flavors.
  7. Remove from heat, sprinkle chopped fresh parsley on top, and serve immediately while warm.

Notes

Pat shrimp dry before cooking to ensure a good sear. Avoid overcooking zucchini noodles to prevent sogginess. Drain zucchini noodles on paper towels before sautéing to reduce excess moisture. Add lemon juice at the end to keep flavors bright and shrimp texture tender. Leftovers keep well for up to 2 days refrigerated; reheat gently with a splash of olive oil or lemon juice.

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Keywords: shrimp, zucchini noodles, lemon garlic shrimp, healthy dinner, low carb, quick recipe, easy shrimp recipe, light meal

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