Keto Shrimp and Zucchini Noodles Recipe
Keto Shrimp and Zucchini Noodles Recipe is a tasty low-carb meal. It is light, fresh and full of flavor. This dish is great for keto and healthy eating.
Ingredients
- Shrimp 1 pound (peeled and deveined)
- Zucchini 3 medium (spiralized into noodles)
- Butter 2 tablespoons
- Olive oil 1 tablespoon
- Garlic 3 cloves (minced)
- Lemon juice 2 tablespoons
- Parmesan cheese ¼ cup (grated)
- Red pepper flakes ¼ teaspoon
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley 2 tablespoons (chopped)
Instructions
Prepare the Zucchini Noodles
- Spiralize the zucchini into noodles. Place noodles in a bowl. Sprinkle with salt and let sit for ten minutes.
Pat Dry the Zucchini
- After ten minutes, squeeze out extra water. Use a clean towel or paper towels. This keeps noodles from getting soggy.
Season the Shrimp
- Place shrimp in a bowl. Add salt, pepper and red pepper flakes. Toss well to coat evenly.
Cook the Shrimp
- Heat olive oil in a skillet. Add shrimp and cook for two minutes per side. Remove shrimp from skillet.
Make Garlic Butter Sauce
- In the same skillet, add butter and garlic. Cook for one minute until fragrant and golden.
Add Zucchini Noodles
- Add zucchini noodles to the skillet. Toss with garlic butter for two minutes only. Do not overcook.
Add Shrimp Back
- Return shrimp to the skillet. Add lemon juice and Parmesan cheese. Toss everything together gently.
Finish and Serve
- Remove skillet from heat. Sprinkle parsley on top. Serve hot and enjoy the fresh flavors.
Notes
- Do not overcook zucchini noodles.
- Squeeze water out for firmer noodles.
- Use fresh shrimp for best taste.
- Add lemon juice at the end for brightness.
- Keep heat medium to avoid soggy noodles.