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30-Minute Lemon Garlic Butter Shrimp & Zoodles

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30-Minute Lemon Garlic Butter Shrimp & Zoodles is a delightful dish that brings the flavors of the Mediterranean right to your dinner table. With succulent shrimp sautéed in rich garlic butter and served over fresh zucchini noodles, this quick recipe delivers restaurant-quality taste in just half an hour. Perfect for busy weeknights or elegant gatherings, this vibrant meal is both satisfying and visually stunning, making it a hit with family and friends alike.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
  • 2 medium zucchini (spiralized into zoodles)
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 lemon (juiced and zested)
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley (chopped)
  • ½ tsp red pepper flakes
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare all ingredients; rinse shrimp and spiralize zucchini into zoodles.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter until bubbly. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Add shrimp to the skillet, cooking until they turn pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Push shrimp to one side of the skillet; add zoodles to the pan. Sauté for about 2 minutes until slightly softened.
  5. Squeeze lemon juice over the mixture, adding lemon zest, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.
  6. Remove from heat and garnish with chopped parsley before serving immediately.

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Keywords: Fresh shrimp provides better flavor than frozen; if using frozen, ensure it’s fully thawed. Avoid overcooking zoodles by monitoring them closely; they should remain slightly crunchy. For spice lovers, feel free to increase the amount of red pepper flakes or add fresh chilies.

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