Healthy Recipes

Spicy Garlic Shrimp & Zucchini Noodles with Lemon-Herb Drizzle

Spicy Garlic Shrimp & Zucchini Noodles with Lemon-Herb Drizzle

Healthy recipe · Dinner
30 min1 serving450 kcal

A balanced dinner recipe with clear preparation steps and practical nutrition values.

Macros per serving

Estimated calorie contribution from protein, carbohydrates and fats.

Protein55 g · 63% kcal
Carbohydrates15 g · 17% kcal
Fats8 g · 20% kcal

Ingredients

  • Large Shrimp, peeled and deveined
    Large Shrimp, peeled and deveined200g
  • Zucchini, spiralized
    Zucchini, spiralized2 medium
  • Garlic, minced
    Garlic, minced3 cloves
  • Red Pepper Flakes
    Red Pepper Flakes1/4 teaspoon
  • Fresh Lemon Juice
    Fresh Lemon Juice2 tablespoons
  • Fresh Parsley, chopped
    Fresh Parsley, chopped2 tablespoons
  • Extra Virgin Olive Oil
    Extra Virgin Olive Oil1 teaspoon

Method

  1. 1

    Spiralize zucchini into noodles. Set aside.

  2. 2

    In a large skillet, heat 1/2 teaspoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.

  3. 3

    Add shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp from skillet and set aside.

  4. 4

    Add zucchini noodles to the same skillet and sauté for 2-3 minutes until slightly tender-crisp. Do not overcook.

  5. 5

    Return shrimp to the skillet. Toss to combine.

  6. 6

    In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice and chopped parsley. Drizzle over the shrimp and zucchini noodles.

  7. 7

    Serve immediately.

Nutrition per serving

Calories450kcal
Protein55g
Carbs15g
Fats8g

Nutrition per 100 g

Reference values for the main ingredients used in this recipe.

IngredientkcalProteinCarbsFats
Large Shrimp9924 g0 g1 g
Zucchini171.2 g3.1 g0.3 g
Garlic1496.4 g33 g0.5 g
Red Pepper Flakes28214 g54 g13 g
Fresh Lemon Juice291.1 g9 g0.3 g
Fresh Parsley363 g6 g0.3 g
Extra Virgin Olive Oil8840 g0 g100 g
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