One-Pan Lemon-Garlic Shrimp with Zucchini Noodles and Cherry Tomatoes

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A light and vibrant dinner that comes together in under 30 minutes, featuring succulent shrimp, fresh zucchini noodles, and sweet cherry tomatoes in a garlicky lemon-herb sauce. This american-inspired quick meals ready in about 25 minutes pairs shrimp, zucchini, cherry tomatoes 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 2 American cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 12 oz shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Transfer to a plate.
  2. Step 2: Add remaining 1 tbsp olive oil to skillet. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes and 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes. Cook for 2 minutes until tomatoes start to soften.
  3. Step 3: Add 2 spiralized medium zucchinis, 1 lemon zested and juiced, and 1/2 tsp salt. Cook for 3-4 minutes until zucchini noodles are tender but still al dente.
  4. Step 4: Return shrimp to skillet and cook for 1 minute to heat through. Stir in 1 tbsp fresh parsley and season with 1/8 tsp black pepper. Serve immediately.

Frequently asked questions

How long does One-Pan Lemon-Garlic Shrimp with Zucchini Noodles and Cherry Tomatoes 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 Shrimp with Zucchini Noodles and Cherry Tomatoes?

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 Shrimp with Zucchini Noodles and Cherry Tomatoes?

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 Shrimp with Zucchini Noodles and Cherry Tomatoes 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 Shrimp with Zucchini Noodles and Cherry Tomatoes?

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.

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