Healthy Shrimp Scampi

Loaded with garlic, butter, and parmesan, you won’t miss pasta with this Healthy Shrimp Scampi recipe! This low-carb version uses zucchini noodles which are bright, colorful and so good for you.

CUT THE ZUCCHINI

Cut the zucchinis into spiral noodles and set them aside. 

1

SAUTÉ

Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add in garlic and crushed red pepper flakes. Cook for 1-2 minutes stirring often.

2

SAUTÉ SHRIMP

Add in the shrimp and cook for 4-5 minutes or until they are pink and no longer translucent. Remove the shrimp from the pan and set it aside.

3

DEGLAZE THE PAN

Add the wine to the pan and deglaze the pan by scraping the brown bits off the bottom. Cook for 2-3 minutes or until the liquid has reduced a bit.

4

TOSSING ZUCCHINI NOODLES

Add the zoodles and shrimp back to the pan and cook for 2 minutes or until they start to get tender. Take off the heat and stir in lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

5

Serve immediately with parmesan cheese, crushed red pepper flakes or parsley for serving, if desired.

Enjoy!