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Quick Garlic Butter Shrimp with Zucchini Noodles

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A quick, easy, and healthy meal featuring garlicky butter shrimp paired with tender zucchini noodles, perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 3 medium zucchinis, spiralized into noodles
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

  1. Prepare the zucchini noodles: Wash and dry zucchinis, then spiralize them into noodles or create thin ribbons with a vegetable peeler. Set aside on paper towels to absorb excess moisture.
  2. Prep the shrimp: Pat shrimp dry with paper towels. Season lightly with salt and black pepper.
  3. Cook the garlic butter shrimp: Heat 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add shrimp in a single layer and cook about 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp and set aside.
  4. Cook the zucchini noodles: Add olive oil and remaining 1 tablespoon butter to the skillet. Toss in zucchini noodles and red pepper flakes if using. Sauté gently for 2-3 minutes until just tender but still slightly crunchy.
  5. Combine and finish: Return shrimp to skillet with zucchini noodles. Add fresh lemon juice and chopped parsley. Toss and cook for an additional 1 minute. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Serve immediately, garnished with extra parsley or a lemon wedge if desired.

Notes

Pat zucchini noodles dry before cooking to prevent sogginess. Cook shrimp on medium-high heat for about 2 minutes per side to avoid rubberiness. Add lemon juice last to preserve brightness. For dairy-free, substitute butter with olive oil or vegan butter.

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