Speedy Shrimp Scampi with Zucchini Noodles
This speedy shrimp scampi with zucchini noodles is a light and flavorful dish perfect for a quick weeknight meal. Tender shrimp and spiralized zucchini are tossed in a garlicky wine sauce with a hint of lemon and parsley.
Equipment
- Large skillet or wok
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup dry white wine or chicken broth
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes optional
- 2 medium zucchini, spiralized into noodles
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Grated Parmesan cheese for serving (optional)
Instructions
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add shrimp to the skillet and cook for 1-2 minutes per side until pink. Remove the shrimp and set aside.
- Sauté minced garlic and red pepper flakes in the same skillet for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in white wine or chicken broth, scraping up browned bits, and simmer for 1-2 minutes to reduce.
- Add spiralized zucchini noodles and toss with the sauce for 2-3 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet, then add chopped parsley and lemon juice; toss gently.
- Season the dish with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately, optionally topped with grated Parmesan cheese.
Notes
For extra flavor, you can marinate the shrimp in a little lemon juice and garlic powder before cooking. Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to your preferred spice level. If you don't have a spiralizer, you can use a vegetable peeler to create wide ribbons of zucchini instead of noodles.