Lemon Shrimp on Zucchini Noodles
A light, flavorful dish featuring juicy lemon shrimp atop fresh zucchini noodles. Perfect for a quick and healthy dinner!
Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes optional
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
- 4 medium zucchini spiralized into noodles
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley chopped
- Lemon wedges
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the zucchini noodles and sauté for 2–3 minutes, just until tender.
- Season with salt and black pepper. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.
- Add garlic and red pepper flakes (if using) and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add shrimp to the skillet. Season with salt and pepper. Cook for 2–3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- Stir in lemon zest and juice, tossing to coat the shrimp. Cook for another minute.
- Return the zucchini noodles to the skillet with the shrimp. Toss gently to combine.
- Sprinkle with fresh parsley and garnish with lemon wedges.
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