Tallarines con Gambas

Tallarines con Gambas is a delightful Paleo dish that combines spiralized zucchini noodles with succulent shrimp, creating a refreshing and healthy meal. The dish is infused with garlic and a hint of lemon, making it a perfect light dinner option.

Ingredients

• Zucchini - 2 medium
• Raw shrimp, peeled and deveined - 300 grams
• Garlic, minced - 3 cloves
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Cherry tomatoes, halved - 200 grams
• Fresh parsley, chopped - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Red pepper flakes - optional, to taste

Steps

1. Spiralize the zucchini using a spiralizer or a vegetable peeler to create 'noodles'. Set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, until they turn pink and opaque.
4. Stir in the halved cherry tomatoes and cook for another 2-3 minutes until they begin to soften.
5. Add the spiralized zucchini noodles to the skillet, tossing everything together. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the zucchini is slightly tender.
6. Remove from heat and stir in the lemon juice and chopped parsley. Season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using.
7. Serve immediately, garnished with extra parsley if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 25 g
• Carbs: 15 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 150 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from shrimp, supporting muscle health and repair.
• Rich in antioxidants and vitamins from zucchini and tomatoes, promoting overall health.

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