Description

Delight in a vibrant, healthy summer dish featuring zucchini noodles and succulent shrimp. This quick and easy recipe bursts with flavor from fresh garlic, cherry tomatoes, and aromatic basil. Perfect for warm evenings, it's a visually stunning meal that will impress guests and satisfy your cravings without the guilt.

Ingredients

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2 medium zucchinis, spiralized
1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
Juice of 1 lemon
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Prepare the Zoodles: Spiralize the zucchinis into long noodle strands.
Sauté Shrimp: In a skillet over medium heat, warm olive oil and add minced garlic. Cook until fragrant, then add shrimp. Sauté until pink (about 3 minutes per side).
Add Tomatoes: Stir in halved cherry tomatoes and cook until they soften.
Toss in Zoodles: Gently mix in zucchini noodles. Cook for an additional 2 minutes until tender yet firm.
Season: Remove from heat, squeeze lemon juice over the dish, and fold in torn basil.
Serve: Plate the dish and garnish with more lemon juice if desired.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Sautéing
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl (350g)
Calories: 280
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 450mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Fiber: 6g
Protein: 25g
Cholesterol: 190mg

Keywords: Feel free to substitute shrimp with grilled chicken or tofu for a different protein option. Try adding red pepper flakes for a spicy kick or sprinkle feta cheese for extra flavor. Ensure to dry zucchini noodles well to prevent sogginess.