Zucchini Noodles Garlic Shrimp (Printer-Friendly)

Tender shrimp and spiralized zucchini combine with garlic and lemon in a light, quick-cooked dish.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Produce

01 - 2 large zucchinis, spiralized into noodles
02 - 3 garlic cloves, minced
03 - 1/2 lemon, juice and zest
04 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped

→ Seafood

05 - 7 ounces medium shrimp, peeled and deveined

→ Oils & Fats

06 - 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
07 - 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil

→ Liquids

08 - 2 tablespoons vegetable stock or white wine

→ Seasonings

09 - Salt, to taste
10 - Black pepper, to taste

→ Optional

11 - Parmesan cheese, for garnish

# Steps to Make This:

01 - Spiralize the zucchinis into noodle shapes or create ribbons using a vegetable peeler. Pat dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture and set aside.
02 - Pat the shrimp dry thoroughly and season both sides with salt and black pepper to enhance flavor and ensure proper searing.
03 - In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt the butter with olive oil until the butter foams slightly without browning.
04 - Add the shrimp in a single layer to the hot skillet. Cook undisturbed for 2 to 3 minutes until golden, then flip and cook for another 1 to 2 minutes until pink and cooked through.
05 - Push the shrimp to one side and add minced garlic to the empty space. Sauté for 30 to 45 seconds until fragrant, stirring constantly to prevent browning.
06 - Pour in the vegetable stock or white wine to deglaze the pan. Immediately add zucchini noodles and toss to coat them evenly in the garlic butter mixture.
07 - Sauté zucchini noodles for 1 to 2 minutes, just until tender with a slight bite. Remove from heat.
08 - Add lemon juice, zest, and chopped parsley to the skillet. Toss everything together and season with additional salt and pepper as needed before serving.

# Additional Notes:

01 - Salt spiralized zucchini and drain for 10 minutes to reduce excess moisture and improve texture.
02 - Use peeled and deveined shrimp to expedite cooking and preparation.
03 - Avoid overcooking zucchini noodles to prevent mushiness.
04 - Lemon brightens flavors and balances the richness of butter and shrimp.
05 - The dish is best served immediately to maintain texture and warmth.

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