Lemon-Garlic Shrimp and Zucchini Noodles with Cherry Tomatoes

A vibrant, protein-packed meal with plump shrimp and zucchini noodles tossed in a bright lemon-garlic sauce, ready in 20 minutes.

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Category: Quick Meals

Prep: 10 minutes. Cook: 10 minutes.

Serves 2.

Ingredients

• 12 ounces shrimp
• 2 medium, spiralized zucchini
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 cloves, minced garlic
• 1, zested and juiced lemon
• 1 cup, halved cherry tomatoes
• 1/4 cup, chopped fresh parsley
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and cook 2 minutes per side until pink, then remove and set aside.
2. Step 2: Add remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil to skillet, then add minced garlic and red pepper flakes. Sauté 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
3. Step 3: Add spiralized zucchini noodles and cherry tomatoes, cooking 3 minutes until zucchini is tender-crisp. Stir in lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and reserved shrimp. Toss until heated through, then sprinkle with fresh parsley.