Zucchini and shrimp never looked this good—or tasted this good! This light and healthy shrimp scampi recipe is simple to prepare and is a great option for a summertime meal. The best part? It’s a low-calorie alternative to the classic pasta dish.
The shrimp packs a good amount of protein and omega-3s, while the zucchini provides filling fiber. And together, they create a light but satisfying dish that’s perfect for a summer night. The chicken broth, chili powder, and lemon amplify the flavor and make this shrimp scampi recipe a winner all around.
Ingredients:
- 1 lb. shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 zucchini, spiralized or thinly sliced into noodles
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 tsp. chili powder
- 1 cube unsalted butter
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- Chopped parsley
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Instructions:
- Spiralize the zucchini. Chop the parsley.
- Place the zucchini noodles on the 3 layers of paper towels and spread them out; sprinkle them with salt. Set aside for 10 minutes.
- Dab the excess moisture using paper towels then transfer the noodles into a bowl.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter and pour the chicken broth, chili powder, and freshly squeezed lemon juice. Bring to a gentle boil.
- Stir in the shrimp and cook until it starts turning pink, then reduce the heat to a medium-low.
- Season the sauce with salt and pepper, stir in the noodles and cook for 1 minute.
- Remove from the heat, serve and garnish with fresh chopped parsley.
Bon Appétit!
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