Skinny Shrimp Scampi over Low Carb Zoodles
Ingredients
- 2 large zucchini, cut into noodles (3 cups of zoodles) see prep tip below
- 2 tablespoons reduced-fat butter or Smart Balance Light
- 2 teaspoons garlic, minced
- ⅛ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 12 large shrimp, shelled and deveined (about ½ pound), I used frozen and defrosted
- 2½ tablespoons white wine or reduced-sodium chicken broth
- 1½ tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons Parmesan cheese, grated
Instructions
- Prepare zoodles, see prep tip below. Place zoodles in a microwave-safe bowl and cook in the microwave for about 2 minutes, until softened.
- In the meantime, in a large nonstick pan, heat butter over medium-low heat. Add garlic and crushed red pepper flakes and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
- Add shrimp to pan and cook, stirring often, until they are cooked throughout and pink on all sides, about 2 minutes. Season shrimp with a little salt and pepper. Using a slotted spoon, transfer them to a bowl, leaving any liquid in the pan.
- Increase heat to medium. To the same pan, add white wine and lemon juice. Using a wooden spoon or rubber spatula, scrape any brown bits from the bottom of the pan, cooking the wine and lemon juice for 2 minutes. Add the softened zucchini noodles and cooked shrimp. Toss to combine and heat about 30 seconds.
- Divide the zoodles among 2 plates and spread out over the plate. Top each with 6 shrimp. Sprinkle each serving with 1 teaspoon Parmesan cheese.Serve immediately.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 170kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 11gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 265mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gBlue Smart Points: 2Green Smart Points: 4Plus Points: 4