Zesty Shrimp Zucchini Noodles Recipe
Light, zesty, and full of flavor — tender shrimp tossed with lemony zucchini noodles for a refreshing, guilt-free twist on pasta night.
Allowed for Ideal Protein phases 1 to 3.
Ingredients
- 1 lb. Shrimp, raw, peeled & deveined
- 1 tbsp. Oil
- 1 Garlic Clove, Crushed
- ½ Lemon, Juice Only
- 16 Cherry Tomatoes
- 2 lbs. Zucchini Noodles
- Sea Salt and Black Pepper, to taste
- Fresh Basil, Optional
Preparation
Step 1
Pat the shrimp dry with a paper towel and season lightly with salt and black pepper.
Step 2
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Step 3
Add the crushed garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 4
Add shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2–3 minutes per side, until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp and set aside.
Step 5
In the same skillet, add cherry tomatoes and cook until softened, about 3–4 minutes.
Step 6
Add zucchini noodles (zoodles) and toss gently for 1–2 minutes until just tender but not soggy.
Step 7
Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the mixture, then add cooked shrimp back to the pan. Toss everything together.
Step 8
Garnish with fresh basil before serving. Enjoy
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