One-Pan Garlic Shrimp with Lemon Zucchini Noodles
A vibrant weeknight meal featuring plump shrimp sautéed with garlic and lemon, served over zucchini noodles for a light, healthy dinner. This american-inspired quick meals (low carb) ready in about 30 minutes pairs Shrimp, Zucchini, Garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a low-carb week and pairs well with cauliflower rice or roasted green vegetables. 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, peeled and deveined Shrimp
- 2 medium, spiralized into noodles Zucchini
- 3 cloves, minced Garlic
- 1, juiced and zested Lemon
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 1/4 tsp Red pepper flakes
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1/4 tsp Black pepper
- 2 tbsp, chopped Fresh parsley
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Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, sautéing for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 2: Add 1 lb shrimp to the skillet, season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper, and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- Step 3: Add 2 medium spiralized zucchini noodles to the skillet, tossing to combine with the shrimp mixture. Cook for 2 minutes until zucchini is tender but still crisp.
- Step 4: Remove from heat, stir in the juice and zest of 1 lemon and 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley. Adjust seasoning with additional salt if needed.
Frequently asked questions
How long does One-Pan Garlic Shrimp with Lemon Zucchini Noodles take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (15 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover One-Pan Garlic Shrimp with Lemon Zucchini Noodles?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep shrimp from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in One-Pan Garlic Shrimp with Lemon Zucchini Noodles?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale One-Pan Garlic Shrimp with Lemon Zucchini Noodles for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is One-Pan Garlic Shrimp with Lemon Zucchini Noodles low carb?
Yes — this recipe is tagged low carb based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Quick, healthy, and packed with flavor. My kids even ate the zucchini noodles!
- ★★★★★
This dish was a hit with my family! The garlic and lemon really brightened up the shrimp, and the zucchini noodles were perfect.
- ★★★★☆
The shrimp was delicious, but the zucchini noodles turned out a bit mushy for my taste. Maybe I should have cooked them less.
