Keto Shrimp Scampi with Zucchini Noodles

Ingredients

• id: large_shrimp metric: 600g imperial: 1¼ lbs name: large shrimp, peeled and deveined

• id: medium_zucchini metric: 4 imperial: 4 name: medium zucchini, spiralized into noodles

• id: butter metric: 60g imperial: 4 tbsp name: butter

• id: olive_oil metric: 2 tbsp imperial: 2 tbsp name: extra virgin olive oil

• id: garlic metric: 6 cloves imperial: 6 cloves name: garlic cloves, minced

• id: white_wine metric: 125ml imperial: ½ cup name: dry white wine

• id: lemon_juice metric: 60ml imperial: ¼ cup name: fresh lemon juice

• id: lemon_zest metric: 1 tbsp imperial: 1 tbsp name: lemon zest

• id: red_pepper_flakes metric: ¼ tsp imperial: ¼ tsp name: red pepper flakes

• id: fresh_parsley metric: 60g imperial: ½ cup name: fresh parsley, chopped

• id: parmesan_cheese metric: 60g imperial: ½ cup name: Parmesan cheese, grated

• id: salt metric: 1 tsp imperial: 1 tsp name: salt

• id: black_pepper metric: ½ tsp imperial: ½ tsp name: freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

1. Pat {large_shrimp} dry and season with {salt} and {black_pepper}. Set aside.

2. Using a spiralizer or vegetable peeler, create noodles from {medium_zucchini}. Lay on paper towels and lightly salt. Let sit 10 minutes, then pat dry.

3. Heat {olive_oil} in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp in a single layer and cook 2 minutes per side until pink and cooked through. Remove to a plate.

4. In the same skillet, melt {butter} over medium heat. Add {garlic} and {red_pepper_flakes}, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.

5. Pour in {white_wine} and {lemon_juice}. Let simmer for 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly.

6. Add zucchini noodles to the skillet and toss for 1-2 minutes until just heated through and slightly softened.

7. Return shrimp to the skillet along with {lemon_zest} and half the {fresh_parsley}. Toss gently to combine.

8. Remove from heat and sprinkle with {parmesan_cheese} and remaining parsley.

9. Serve immediately while hot.

Tips

Shrimp Size: Use large or jumbo shrimp for best texture. Don't overcook - they should be just pink and firm.

Zucchini Prep: Salt zucchini noodles to draw out moisture, preventing a watery dish. Pat very dry before cooking.

Wine Substitute: Replace white wine with additional lemon juice and chicken broth if preferred.

Quick Cooking: Cook zucchini noodles briefly - they should retain some bite and not become mushy.

Carb Count: This recipe contains approximately 7g net carbs per serving.

Serving Tips: Serve immediately as zucchini noodles can release water if they sit too long.