Creamy Garlic Parmesan Zoodles with Shrimp
Zucchini noodles not only have a fun name (zoodles) they are always delicious and healthy! Try them in this Creamy Garlic Parmesan Zoodles with Shrimp dish.
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 304kcal
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp. olive oil
- 1 tbsp. butter
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 1 lb. shrimp tails off
- 2-2 zucchini spiralized
- 1 tbsp. fresh basil roughly chopped
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp. salt
- 1 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
- ½ cup parmesan cheese
- red pepper flakes to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add shrimp and cook for 5 minutes until the shrimp turn pink, flipping halfway through. Remove shrimp to a plate to the side.
- Add butter to skillet and allow to melt. Add garlic cooking quickly until the garlic becomes fragrant but do not brown.
- Pour in heavy cream and stir to combine. Season with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice, salt, red pepper flakes, and parmesan cheese. Simmer for 1-2 minutes.
- Add in spiralized zucchini and cook for 2 minutes until slightly softened but still firm.
- Add fresh basil and cooked shrimp. Stir to combine and serve.
Nutrition
Calories: 304kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 225mg | Sodium: 841mg | Potassium: 702mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 2333IU | Vitamin C: 25mg | Calcium: 282mg | Iron: 2mg