Description
This Delicious Shrimp Scampi with Zucchini Noodles is a light and flavorful dish perfect for a quick and healthy weeknight dinner. Featuring tender sautéed shrimp in a garlicky, buttery white wine sauce served over fresh zucchini noodles, this recipe combines the classic flavors of shrimp scampi with a low-carb vegetable twist that you’ll love.
Ingredients
Scale
Zucchini Noodles
- 3 medium Zucchini (Spiralized into noodles)
Scampi Sauce and Shrimp
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil (For sautéing)
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter (For the scampi sauce)
- 4 cloves Garlic (Minced)
- 1/2 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes (Adjust to taste)
- 1 pound Large Raw Shrimp (Peeled and deveined)
- 1/2 cup White Wine (Like Pinot Grigio)
- 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice (Freshly squeezed)
Garnish and Seasoning
- 1/4 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese (Optional, for serving)
- 1/4 cup Parsley (Chopped, for garnish)
- Salt (to taste)
- Pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Prepare the Zucchini Noodles: Spiralize the zucchini into noodles using a spiralizer or julienne peeler, then set them aside while you prepare the sauce.
- Melt Butter and Heat Oil: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, combine the olive oil and unsalted butter. Heat until the butter is fully melted and the mixture is hot.
- Sauté Garlic and Red Pepper Flakes: Add the minced garlic and crushed red pepper flakes to the skillet. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes, stirring frequently until fragrant but not browned.
- Cook the Shrimp: Add the peeled and deveined shrimp to the skillet. Sauté for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the shrimp turn pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
- Deglaze with White Wine: Pour the white wine into the hot skillet to deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Let it cook for 2 to 3 minutes until the wine has reduced by about half.
- Combine Zucchini Noodles and Shrimp: Return the shrimp and zucchini noodles to the skillet. Toss gently and cook together for an additional 2 minutes to warm everything through and soften the noodles slightly without making them mushy.
- Add Lemon Juice and Season: Stir in freshly squeezed lemon juice and season the dish with salt and pepper to taste. Mix well to combine all the flavors.
- Serve and Garnish: Plate the shrimp scampi with zucchini noodles and optionally sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley for garnish. Serve immediately while hot.
Notes
- Be careful not to overcook the zucchini noodles as they can become watery and mushy.
- If you prefer a non-alcoholic version, substitute white wine with chicken broth or vegetable broth.
- Adjust crushed red pepper flakes according to your heat preference.
- Use fresh lemon juice for the best bright flavor.
- Parmesan cheese is optional but adds a nice creamy, savory note.
- Ensure shrimp are fully cooked through but not overcooked to maintain tenderness.
