Quick Mediterranean Shrimp Scampi with Zucchini Noodles
Hello keto lovers! If you’ve ever found yourself staring at your fridge hoping for an easy yet exciting keto dish, you’re in luck. Introducing Quick Mediterranean Shrimp Scampi with Zucchini Noodles – a keto delight that’s both simple and bursting with flavor.
Get ready to take your taste buds on a Mediterranean adventure with a healthy keto twist. This dish not only satisfies your hunger but also excites your palate, making it perfect for busy weeknights.
Why is this recipe ideal for keto?
Traditional shrimp scampi is delicious but usually served over pasta – which is high in carbs. Enter zucchini noodles, aka zoodles, our keto-friendly substitute.
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Get the free cookbook →Zucchini noodles are low in carbs and high in essential nutrients like vitamins A, B6, and C, making them the perfect base for your keto meal. Shrimp complements this dish beautifully, providing high protein, almost zero carbs, and valuable nutrients such as selenium, vitamin B12, and iodine – terrific for thyroid health.
The key ingredients
The key ingredients include olive oil and butter, which offer rich flavor and keep the dish keto-compliant. Garlic and lemon bring an irresistible zest and depth, while fresh herbs like parsley or basil add bright, fresh notes without any carb penalty.
For texture and flavor, sauté the zoodles briefly so they stay crisp, while shrimp become tender and succulent, infused with the aromatic Mediterranean herbs and olive oil. This shrimp scampi variation keeps you energized and satisfied without the carb crash.
Pro tips
Use a spiralizer for perfect zoodles, sauté them for just 2-3 minutes, and cook shrimp gently—two minutes per side. Season thoughtfully with salt and pepper to enhance the vibrant ingredients.
Meal prep is a breeze: prepare zoodles and shrimp ahead to reduce cooking time. Store fresh zucchini noodles in the fridge up to three days (dry them well) and shrimp scampi up to four days. Reheat gently on the stove with olive oil or butter; add zoodles last to preserve their crunch.
Serving suggestions
Serve this quick Mediterranean shrimp scampi with a fresh leafy salad, a drizzle of olive oil, and a lemon wedge for an authentic keto Mediterranean experience. Ready to delight your taste buds and keep your keto journey exciting? Grab your ingredients and enjoy this flavorful, healthy meal!
Quick Mediterranean Shrimp Scampi with Zucchini Noodles
This Quick Mediterranean Shrimp Scampi with Zucchini Noodles is a light and flavorful keto dish that promises an explosion of Mediterranean flavor.
Ingredients
- --- Zucchini Noodles ---
- 2 zucchini zucchini (spiralized)
- --- Shrimp ---
- 1 pound shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- --- Flavorings ---
- 3 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 lemon lemon (juiced)
- 1/4 cup parsley (chopped)
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add shrimp and cook until pink, about 3-4 minutes.
- Remove shrimp and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the remaining olive oil and butter.
- Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add zucchini noodles and sauté for 2-3 minutes until crisp-tender.
- Add back the shrimp, lemon juice, parsley, salt, and pepper, stirring to combine.
- Serve immediately with extra lemon wedges if desired.
Nutrition per serving
Store fresh zucchini noodles in the fridge for up to three days. Reheat gently with olive oil or butter, adding zoodles last to preserve their crunch.
