Skinny Shrimp Scampi with Zucchini Noodles
All the things you love about Shrimp Scampi without the carbs!
Servings: 6
Ingredients
- 2 T. olive oil
- 1 T. minced garlic
- 1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 lb. (26-30 ct.)lg. shrimp shelled, deveined, tails intact
- Salt and black pepper
- 1/4 c. white wine or chicken stock
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 3 med. zucchini cut into noodles (see note below
- 2 T. chopped parsley for garnish
- Freshly grated Parmesan cheese for serving
Instructions
- In a large skillet, over medium-high heat, add olive oil, garlic, and crushed red pepper flakes, cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
- Add the shrimp to the skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, until pink, about 2-3 minutes. Season the shrimp with salt and pepper. Using a slotted spoon, transfer cooked shrimp to a bowl, leaving liquid in the pan.
- Add the white wine and lemon juice to the pan. Using a wooden spoon, scrape any brown bits from the bottom of the pan, cooking the wine and lemon juice for 2 minutes.
- Add the zucchini noodles and cook, stirring occasionally, for 2-3 minutes. Return the shrimp to the pan and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper, garnish with parsley. Serve immediately, passing the Parmesan cheese at the table.
- Cook's Note: To cut zucchini into noodles (aka: zoodles) use a mandoline or spiralizer.
