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Quick Zesty Zucchini Noodle Shrimp Scampi Recipe for Easy Lemon Butter Dinner

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A fresh, light, and flavorful shrimp scampi made with zucchini noodles and a zesty lemon butter sauce, perfect for quick weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined (wild-caught preferred)
  • 3 medium zucchinis, spiralized into noodles
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • Juice and zest of 1 large lemon
  • 2 tablespoons dry white wine or chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

  1. Wash the zucchinis and trim the ends. Using a spiralizer, make noodles and set aside in a colander to drain excess moisture (about 5 minutes).
  2. Pat dry the shrimp with paper towels and season lightly with salt and pepper.
  3. In a small bowl, combine softened butter, lemon zest, lemon juice, and white wine or broth. Mix well and set aside.
  4. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Add shrimp in a single layer and cook 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp and set aside.
  6. Lower heat to medium and add zucchini noodles to the same skillet. Toss gently for 2-3 minutes until just tender but still crisp. Season with a pinch of salt.
  7. Return shrimp to the skillet, pour lemon butter sauce over everything, and toss gently to coat. Cook together for another minute.
  8. Remove from heat, sprinkle chopped parsley over the top, and serve immediately while warm.

Notes

If zucchini noodles seem watery, sprinkle salt and let sit for 10 minutes before patting dry. Avoid overcooking shrimp to prevent rubbery texture. For dairy-free, substitute butter with plant-based alternative and use vegetable broth instead of wine.

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Keywords: zucchini noodles, shrimp scampi, lemon butter sauce, quick dinner, low-carb, gluten-free, easy recipe, weeknight meal

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