One-Pot Lemon Garlic Shrimp and Zucchini Noodles
Tender shrimp sizzled in a zesty lemon-garlic sauce and tossed with spiralized zucchini noodles for a vibrant, aromatic keto meal cooked entirely in one skillet. This italian-inspired keto (low-carb) ready in about 20 minutes pairs peeled and deveined shrimp, olive oil, minced garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 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
- 12 oz, peeled and deveined shrimp
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 1, zested and juiced lemon
- 1 large, spiralized into noodles zucchini
- 1/4 cup, chopped fresh parsley
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
- 1 tbsp butter
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 12 oz shrimp and cook for 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque, then transfer to a plate.
- Step 2: Add 3 minced garlic cloves to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes and cook for 10 seconds.
- Step 3: Add 1 large spiralized zucchini to the skillet and toss for 2 minutes until just tender but still crisp.
- Step 4: Return shrimp to the skillet, add 1 tbsp butter, 1 lemon zest, and 1 lemon juice. Toss for 1 minute until heated through. Stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley and season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does One-Pot Lemon Garlic Shrimp and Zucchini Noodles take to make?
Total time is about 20 minutes (8 min prep + 12 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-Pot Lemon Garlic Shrimp and 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 peeled and deveined shrimp from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in One-Pot Lemon Garlic Shrimp and 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-Pot Lemon Garlic Shrimp and Zucchini Noodles 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.
Is One-Pot Lemon Garlic Shrimp and 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
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Doubled the garlic (as one does) and it was amazing.
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Best recipe I've made this month.
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Best recipe I've made this month.
