One-Pan Lemon-Garlic Butter Shrimp with Zucchini
A vibrant, restaurant-worthy dish with plump shrimp and tender zucchini in a bright lemon-garlic butter sauce, ready in 15 minutes. This american-inspired quick meals ready in about 25 minutes pairs shrimp, olive oil, medium zucchini for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 2, 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
- 8 oz shrimp
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium zucchini
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1/4 cup white wine
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1/4 tsp salt
- pinch black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and cook for 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque, then transfer to a plate.
- Step 2: Add remaining 1 tbsp olive oil to the skillet, then add sliced zucchini (1/4-inch half-moons) and minced garlic (3 cloves). Sauté for 5 minutes until zucchini is tender-crisp, stirring occasionally.
- Step 3: Return shrimp to the skillet, add white wine, lemon juice, and butter. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring until sauce thickens and coats the shrimp, then season with salt and pepper.
Frequently asked questions
How long does One-Pan Lemon-Garlic Butter Shrimp with Zucchini take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (10 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 Lemon-Garlic Butter Shrimp with Zucchini?
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 Lemon-Garlic Butter Shrimp with Zucchini?
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 Lemon-Garlic Butter Shrimp with Zucchini for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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.
What goes well with One-Pan Lemon-Garlic Butter Shrimp with Zucchini?
American quick meals like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Perfect for a busy night. The buttery sauce is divine.
- ★★★★★
My kids asked for seconds on the zucchini. So simple and tasty!
- ★★★★★
Loved the lemon-garlic kick! Made it in under 20 minutes for dinner.
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