Zucchini and Garlic Shrimp Scampi

Name: Zucchini and Garlic Shrimp Scampi
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: {'ingredient': 'Butter', 'amount': '4 tablespoons'}; {'ingredient': 'Garlic', 'amount': '4 cloves, minced'}; {'ingredient': 'Red pepper flakes', 'amount': '1/2 teaspoon'}; {'ingredient': 'Shrimp', 'amount': '1 pound, peeled and deveined'}; {'ingredient': 'Zucchini', 'amount': '2 medium, sliced'}; {'ingredient': 'White wine', 'amount': '1/2 cup'}; {'ingredient': 'Lemon juice', 'amount': '2 tablespoons'}; {'ingredient': 'Cooked pasta', 'amount': '8 ounces'}; {'ingredient': 'Parmesan cheese', 'amount': '1/2 cup, grated'}; {'ingredient': 'Fresh parsley', 'amount': '1/4 cup, chopped'}; {'ingredient': 'Salt', 'amount': 'to taste'}; {'ingredient': 'Pepper', 'amount': 'to taste'}

Indulge in the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with this Zucchini and Garlic Shrimp Scampi. This dish features succulent shrimp sautéed in a luscious garlic butter sauce, complemented by tender zucchini and a splash of white wine. It's a perfect balance of freshness and richness, making it a delightful weeknight dinner that's both healthy and satisfying. You'll love how the zucchini adds a subtle sweetness and a beautiful color to the plate, while the garlic infuses the dish with aromatic warmth. Serve it over your favorite pasta for a complete meal that evokes the coastal charm of Italy.

Servings: 4

Ingredients

Butter (4 tablespoons)
Garlic (4 cloves, minced)
Red pepper flakes (1/2 teaspoon)
Shrimp (1 pound, peeled and deveined)
Zucchini (2 medium, sliced)
White wine (1/2 cup)
Lemon juice (2 tablespoons)
Cooked pasta (8 ounces)
Parmesan cheese (1/2 cup, grated)
Fresh parsley (1/4 cup, chopped)
Salt (to taste)
Pepper (to taste)

Instructions

In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and cooked through. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the sliced zucchini and cook for 3-4 minutes until tender but still slightly crisp.
Pour in the lemon juice and white wine, scraping the bottom of the skillet to release any flavorful bits. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to reduce the sauce slightly.
Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and toss them with the zucchini and sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve the zucchini and garlic shrimp scampi over the cooked pasta.
Garnish with chopped parsley and freshly grated Parmesan cheese before serving.

Dietary Information

Servings: 4 • Dish Type: Main Course • Prep Time: 15 minutes • Cook Time: 15 minutes • Calories: 450 • Fat: 20g • Carbs: 40g • Protein: 30g • Sodium: 600mg • Sugar: 3g

Zucchini and Garlic Shrimp Scampi

Servings: 4

Ingredients

Instructions

Dietary Information

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