Quick Shrimp Scampi with Zucchini Noodles

Ingredients

• 12 oz Shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 4 cups Zucchini noodles (zoodles)
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 3 tbsp Unsalted butter
• 1 tbsp Olive oil
• 2 tbsp Lemon juice
• 1 tsp Lemon zest(optional)
• 1/4 tsp Red pepper flakes(optional)
• 1/4 tsp Salt(optional)
• 1/4 tsp Black pepper(optional)
• 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Prep (about 10 minutes): Mince the garlic, zest and juice the lemon, and chop parsley if using. If needed, spiralize zucchini into noodles.

2. 2

   Cook (about 12 minutes): Heat olive oil and 2 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and cook until pink and just cooked through, about 2–3 minutes per side.

3. 3

   Add garlic and red pepper flakes (if using) to the skillet and sauté for about 30–60 seconds until fragrant. Stir in lemon juice and lemon zest (if using), then reduce heat to medium.

4. 4

   Add zucchini noodles to the skillet and toss with the shrimp and sauce for 2–3 minutes, just until tender. Stir in the remaining 1 tbsp butter and parsley (if using). Serve immediately.