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Garlic Shrimp Zucchini Noodles (Easy Keto Recipe)

February 12, 2018 By Alia 12 Comments

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Garlic Butter Shrimp Zucchini Noodles

This Garlic Shrimp Zucchini Noodles recipe is ideal for anyone following a keto, low-carb, or gluten-free diet. It is bursting with amazing buttery lemon garlic flavor and is perfect for dinner or meal prep. It is an easy and healthy recipe that is ready from start to finish in just 15 minutes!

Overhead view of Garlic Shrimp Zucchini Noodles in white bowls on a black background.

One-Pot Garlic Shrimp Zucchini Noodles

This easy-to-make recipe features a winning combination of butter, garlic, and shrimp tossed with zucchini noodles. If you are not familiar with zucchini noodles, aka “zoodles”, they are basically noodles that are made from cutting zucchini into long, thin strands. Zucchini noodles are a great gluten-free alternative to regular pasta and are also a bit lighter to eat.

What I love about this dish is that it is rich and flavorful, but is still fresh and light because it isn’t made with heavy, calorie-laden pasta. The other great part about this recipe is that it is made in one pot. That means only minimal clean-up is required once you are done cooking. ♡

Why You Should Include Shrimp in Your Diet

Here are some of the health benefits of shrimp:

  • High-protein: Shrimp is rich in protein and low in calories, so it is the perfect food for people who are watching their weight.
  • Nutrient-dense: It is packed with vitamins and minerals, such as vitamins B3 and B12, phosphorous, copper, selenium, and magnesium.
  • Low-fat: Shrimp is low in saturated fat and is high in omega-3 fatty acids, which is great for heart health. Although shrimp is high in cholesterol, that number actually has very little effect on your blood cholesterol level.

Pro Tip: It’s a good idea to stock up on frozen shrimp when it is on sale (that’s what I always do). It thaws very quickly and is a fantastic go-to to have in your freezer when you want a fast and easy meal, like this one!

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Very close-up overhead view of Garlic Shrimp with Zucchini Noodles.

Tips for Making Shrimp Zucchini Noodles

Here are some pointers to ensure this recipe turns out perfect every single time:

  • Prep beforehand: Have everything prepped before you start cooking. This recipe cooks FAST, so there’s no time to prep ingredients as you go along. Having all your ingredients ready to go before you put anything in the pan will also help to ensure that nothing overcooks, because you want the shrimp to be succulent and juicy. Over-cooked shrimp is tough, rubbery, and not very pleasant to eat.
  • Cook in butter and oil: The shrimp is cooked in both oil and butter in this recipe, to prevent the butter from burning. You can use only butter if you prefer, but just be aware that it will start to brown while the shrimp is cooking.
  • Use large shrimp: I prefer using jumbo shrimp or prawns in this, because they are big, juicy, and perfect for this recipe.
  • Buy wild shrimp: If you can find wild-caught shrimp, you should definitely use that. Wild shrimp has better flavor and is much healthier for you than farm-raised seafood. To learn about my favorite places to get wild-caught shrimp and other seafood from, check out this post I wrote: The Best Wild-Caught, Sustainable Seafood Delivery Companies.
  • Don’t overcook: Be careful not to overcook your zucchini noodles, because they can get mushy. Remember to turn off the heat before adding the zoodles to the pan and then just toss with tongs to combine.

Close-up overhead view of Zucchini Noodles with Garlic Shrimp in a white bowl on a black background.

More Easy Seafood Dinner Recipes

Looking for more seafood inspiration? Here are some of my favorite recipes:

  • Easy Cajun Shrimp and Rice
  • Healthy Baked Honey Mustard Salmon
  • Simple White Bean and Tuna Salad
  • Baked Asian Honey Sriracha Salmon
  • Sheet Pan Shrimp & Zucchini Noodles

For this Zucchini Noodles with Shrimp Recipe, I recommend:

Here are some kitchen tools I recommend using to make this recipe:

  1. Spiralizer – This is the spiralizer I own and love! It is generally known as the top industry spiralizer. It is so easy to use and creates perfect zoodles every time!
  2. Julienne & Vegetable Peeler – If you don’t want to buy a spiralizer, you can use the Julienne side of the peeler to slice the zucchinis into long, thin ribbons. An advantage of using this tool is that it is less expensive and easier to store than a spiralizer.

If you make this easy Zucchini Noodles with Garlic Shrimp recipe, let me know! Leave a comment with a star rating ★ below, because I love hearing from you! 🙂

Overhead view of Garlic Shrimp Zucchini Noodles in white bowls on a black background.

Garlic Shrimp Zucchini Noodles (Easy Keto Recipe)

Alia | Everyday Easy Eats
This Shrimp Zucchini Noodles recipe is keto, low-carb and gluten-free. An easy and healthy recipe that is ready in 15 minutes!
5 from 7 votes
Print Recipe
Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Total Time 15 mins
Course Main
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 214 calories

Ingredients
 

  • 2 medium zucchinis
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 pound large wild-caught shrimp, shelled and deveined
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Instructions
 

  • Spiralize the zucchini using a spiralizer and set aside. Alternatively, you can use a julienne peeler to cut the zucchini into noodles.
  • Heat olive oil and butter in a large nonstick frying pan over medium heat.
  • Add garlic and chili flakes. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  • Add shrimp and a pinch of salt. Cook for 2-3 minutes until shrimp is pink and opaque.
  • Turn off heat. Stir in the lemon juice. Add zucchini noodles and toss to combine.

Notes

  1. Be careful not to overcook your zoodles, because they can get a bit mushy. Remember to turn off the heat before adding the zoodles to the pan and then just toss with tongs to combine.
  2. For best results, I recommend using wild-caught, sustainably-harvested shrimp in this recipe.
  3. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge in an airtight container for up to two days or in the freezer for up to three months.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Garlic Shrimp Zucchini Noodles (Easy Keto Recipe)
Amount per Serving
Calories
214
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
11
g
17
%
Saturated Fat
 
4
g
25
%
Cholesterol
 
300
mg
100
%
Sodium
 
941
mg
41
%
Potassium
 
346
mg
10
%
Carbohydrates
 
3
g
1
%
Sugar
 
2
g
2
%
Protein
 
24
g
48
%
Vitamin A
 
410
IU
8
%
Vitamin C
 
24.1
mg
29
%
Calcium
 
183
mg
18
%
Iron
 
2.8
mg
16
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Keyword Garlic Shrimp Zucchini Noodles, Zucchini Noodles with Shrimp
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Comments

  1. Laura says

    February 12, 2018 at 11:03 am

    5 stars
    This is the perfect weeknight dinner for a family, Alia! I love using Spiralized veggies. Sometimes i mix them with regular pasta, although it is more work than just using one or the other. But this dish sounds so yummy with just the zucchini! It looks so spring-y, too!

    Reply
    • Alia says

      February 12, 2018 at 10:48 pm

      Aww thanks so much Laura!! ♥ Mixing spiralized veggies with regular pasta is a great idea! That way you don’t really notice that you are eating vegetables, they just blend in to the pasta! Smart lady 😉

      Reply
  2. Deepika|TheLoveOfCakes says

    February 13, 2018 at 7:56 am

    5 stars
    This is such a delightful recipe! Simple and so yummy! Zoodles are always light on the tummy and much better than pasta!

    Reply
    • Alia says

      February 13, 2018 at 9:28 pm

      Thanks Deepika!! Well I love pasta too, but zoodles are a nice healthy change! 🙂

      Reply
  3. Samantha Paul says

    February 14, 2018 at 12:56 am

    5 stars
    Hey Alia….! I love shrimp and this looks mouth wateringly, and I love your pictures as well. I can’t wait making this shrimp noodles. Thanks for sharing….keep shared your new recipes with beautiful idea…..!

    Reply
    • Alia says

      February 14, 2018 at 1:46 pm

      Hi Samantha! Aww thanks so much! ♥ You’re welcome!

      Reply
  4. Ashika | Gardening Foodie says

    February 15, 2018 at 12:07 pm

    5 stars
    Oh Alia…this looks so delicious. I love zucchini noodles and adding shrimp must make it taste sooooo good. This I have got to try.
    So yum 🙂

    Reply
    • Alia says

      February 15, 2018 at 3:00 pm

      Thanks so much Ashika!! ♥

      Reply
  5. kenmorefield says

    February 16, 2018 at 8:09 am

    5 stars
    Thanks a lot for the blog post.Much thanks again. Awesome.

    Reply
    • Alia says

      February 17, 2018 at 6:39 pm

      You’re very welcome! 🙂

      Reply
  6. Antonio Cracco says

    October 12, 2020 at 3:24 am

    5 stars
    Hey Alia! Another noodle lover here. I really enjoyed reading your recipe above. I’ll try this in the upcoming days for my kids. One more thing, you’ve used really nice photos in your recipe. Thanks for the idea.

    Reply
    • Alia says

      October 12, 2020 at 6:28 pm

      Hi Antonio! Thank you so much for your kind words! 🙂

      Reply

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