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Quick Lemon Butter Shrimp Recipe with Zucchini Noodles Easy and Healthy

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A quick, easy, and healthy dinner featuring shrimp sautéed in lemon butter sauce served over light zucchini noodles. Perfect for busy weeknights and gluten-free diets.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • Juice of 1 large lemon (about 3 tablespoons)
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
  • 4 medium zucchinis (about 3 cups zucchini noodles once spiralized)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt, a pinch

Instructions

  1. Prepare the zucchini noodles using a spiralizer or julienne peeler. Place them in a colander, sprinkle with a pinch of salt, and let sit for 10 minutes to release excess moisture. Gently squeeze the noodles with paper towels to dry.
  2. Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using.
  3. Heat 2 tablespoons of butter in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp in a single layer and cook about 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp and set aside.
  4. Lower heat to medium and add remaining 1 tablespoon butter. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in lemon juice and zest, scraping browned bits from the pan. Let sauce simmer gently for 1-2 minutes.
  5. In a separate pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add zucchini noodles and sauté for 2-3 minutes until slightly tender but still crisp. Avoid overcooking.
  6. Add shrimp back to the lemon butter sauce and toss to coat. Fold in zucchini noodles and mix gently. Heat through for 1-2 minutes.
  7. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley and lemon wedges if desired.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the pan when cooking shrimp to ensure proper searing. Use room temperature shrimp for even cooking. Salt zucchini noodles and let them sit to draw out moisture to prevent sogginess. Cook zucchini noodles quickly to maintain crispness. Fresh garlic is essential for flavor. Reheat leftovers gently on stovetop to avoid soggy noodles.

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