Shrimp Scampi

This Low Carb Shrimp Scampi is a delightful twist on a classic Italian dish, featuring succulent shrimp sautéed in a garlicky butter sauce and served over zucchini noodles. It's a quick and satisfying meal that is both flavorful and health-conscious.

Ingredients

• Shrimp, peeled and deveined - 300 grams
• Zucchini - 2 medium
• Garlic, minced - 4 cloves
• Butter - 50 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Parmesan cheese, grated - 30 grams
• Parsley, chopped - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Red pepper flakes - 1/4 teaspoon (optional)

Steps

1. Using a spiralizer, create zucchini noodles from the two medium zucchinis and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 25 grams of butter over medium heat until melted.
3. Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute, until fragrant but not browned.
4. Increase the heat to medium-high and add the shrimp, cooking until they turn pink, about 3-4 minutes. Season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes, if using.
5. Pour in the lemon juice and stir to combine, cooking for an additional minute.
6. In a separate pot, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat and add the zucchini noodles. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until just tender.
7. Add the zucchini noodles to the shrimp mixture in the skillet, tossing to combine.
8. Remove from heat and stir in the remaining 25 grams of butter, grated Parmesan cheese, and chopped parsley until well mixed.
9. Serve immediately, garnished with extra parsley and Parmesan if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 300
• Protein: 35 g
• Carbs: 8 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 200 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 8 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle health and satiety.
• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.

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