One-Pan Garlic Butter Shrimp with Zucchini Noodles

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-04 · Updated 2026-04-04

Creamy shrimp and zucchini noodles cooked in a garlic-butter sauce with lemon and herbs—ready in 25 minutes with minimal cleanup. This Italian-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs shrimp, olive oil, garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 140 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 lb shrimp
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 1/4 cup fresh basil
• 2 zucchini

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 1 lb shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque, then remove and set aside.
2. Step 2: Add the remaining 1 tbsp olive oil to the skillet, then add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes; cook for 1 minute until fragrant and garlic is golden but not browned.
3. Step 3: Add 4 cups spiralized zucchini noodles (from 2 medium zucchinis) to the skillet and toss for 2-3 minutes until tender but still crisp, adding a splash of water if needed to prevent sticking.
4. Step 4: Return the shrimp to the skillet, squeeze 2 tbsp lemon juice over the top, and sprinkle with 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil. Toss to combine and cook for 1 more minute until heated through.