Skinny Shrimp Scampi Recipe

Skinny Shrimp Scampi with Zucchini Noodles Recipe Image

Recipe for Skinny Shrimp Scampi with Zucchini Noodles. The easy and low carb version of the Italian classic shrimp linguine that is just as flavorful, easy to make, and delicious.

Course Dinner

Cuisine Italian American

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Total Time 20

Servings servings

Calories 297kcal

Author Aysegul Sanford

Ingredients

For The Shrimp:

3 tablespoons of butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 cloves of garlic minced
1 lb. 453 grams extra large shrimp (26-30 per pound), deveined
½ teaspoon kosher salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
4 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
1 teaspoon lemon zest
¼ cup fresh parsley chopped

For Zucchini Noodles:

1 teaspoon olive oil
4 medium-size zucchini spiralized
½ teaspoon Kosher salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ cup fresh dill chopped
¼ cup feta cheese crumbled

Instructions

To cook the shrimp: Heat butter and vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add in the garlic and cook, stirring often, until lightly browned, 30 seconds or so. Add in the lemon juice and zest and cook until it comes to a boil.
Add in the shrimp. Season with salt and pepper. Each shrimp should be in contact with the bottom of your skillet. If your pan is not large enough, cook them in smaller batches. Cook 2 minutes on each side.
At the last minute, sprinkle shrimp with chopped parsley. Transfer shrimp onto a plate. Do not turn the heat off and do not wash the pan (we will use the same skillet to cook the zoodles).
To cook the zucchini noodles: Heat oil in the same skillet over medium heat. Add in the spiralized zucchini and salt and pepper. Cook, stirring often, until zoodles are softened to your liking. I like mine cooked for 7-8 minutes.
Turn the heat off. Add in the cooked shrimp, fresh dill, and feta cheese in the pan. Give it a gentle toss.
Taste for seasoning and add in if necessary. Serve.

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