Simple Shrimp and Zucchini Saute
Bright, fresh, and bursting with flavor, this Simple Shrimp and Zucchini Sauté is your go-to for a quick and healthy dinner. With tender shrimp and crisp zucchini seared to perfection in olive oil, garlic, and a touch of red pepper flakes, this one-pan dish comes together in just 20 minutes. A squeeze of fresh lemon juice and a sprinkle of parsley tie everything together with vibrant zest. Perfectly low-carb and packed with protein, it’s a versatile meal that can be enjoyed on its own or served alongside rice, quinoa, or crusty bread. Whether you're looking for a light summer dinner or a flavorful weeknight meal, this shrimp and zucchini sauté is as simple as it is satisfying.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 medium zucchini, sliced into half-moons
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 0.5 teaspoons red pepper flakes
- 1 whole lemon, juiced
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Rinse the shrimp under cold water, pat them dry with paper towels, and set aside.
Wash and slice the zucchini into half-moon shapes about 1/4 inch thick.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add olive oil.
Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Increase the heat to medium-high and add the shrimp to the skillet. Season with salt and black pepper.
Cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side or until they turn pink and opaque. Remove the cooked shrimp from the pan and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the zucchini and sauté for 3-4 minutes until tender but still slightly crisp.
Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and stir to combine with the zucchini.
Squeeze the juice of one lemon over the shrimp and zucchini, stirring well to coat everything evenly.
Remove the skillet from the heat and garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Serve immediately as is, or with a side of rice or crusty bread for a more filling meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
801 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.1 g | 40% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.2 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 857 mg | 286% | |
| Sodium | 1716 mg | 75% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 21.8 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.8 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.7 g | ||
| Protein | 114.9 g | 230% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 434 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 3.8 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 2407 mg | 51% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
