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Shrimp Scampi with Zucchini Noodles and Sautéed Spinach
20 min 4 servings
A light and flavorful dinner featuring succulent shrimp scampi paired with low-carb zucchini noodles and nutrient-packed sautéed spinach.
Ingredients
- 600 g large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 whole zucchini, medium
- 400 g fresh spinach
- 4 tbsp garlic-infused olive oil
- 4 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 4 medium zucchini worth zucchini noodles
- 600 g cooked shrimp
Instructions
- 1Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and season lightly with salt and pepper. Spiralize the zucchini into noodles using a spiralizer or julienne peeler. Rinse and dry the spinach, removing any tough stems.
- 2Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat (about 190°C) with garlic-infused olive oil and butter until the butter melts and foams. Add the shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2 minutes per side until they turn pink and opaque. Remove shrimp to a plate and set aside.
- 3In a separate large skillet, heat garlic-infused olive oil over medium heat (about 160°C). Add spinach in handfuls, stirring frequently, for 3-4 minutes until wilted and bright green. Season lightly with salt and pepper, then remove from heat and cover to keep warm.
- 4In the same skillet used for shrimp, add butter and melt over medium heat (about 160°C). Add zucchini noodles and sauté for 2-3 minutes, tossing gently, until just tender but still slightly crisp. Avoid overcooking to prevent sogginess.
- 5Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet with zucchini noodles. Drizzle with fresh lemon juice and toss everything together over low heat (about 120°C) for 1 minute to warm through. Remove from heat, sprinkle with fresh parsley and red pepper flakes if desired.
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