One-Pot Lemon-Garlic Zucchini Noodles with Shrimp
Light, fresh zucchini noodles tossed in a bright lemon-garlic sauce with plump shrimp, ready in under 20 minutes. This mediterranean-inspired one pot (low-carb) ready in about 25 minutes pairs medium zucchini, ounces shrimp, tablespoons olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 285 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
- 4 medium zucchini
- 12 ounces shrimp
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 5 cloves garlic
- 1 lemon
- 1 tablespoon dill
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Spiralize 4 medium zucchinis into noodles. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in large skillet over medium-high heat, then add 5 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
- Step 2: Add 12 ounces peeled shrimp to skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Squeeze juice from 1 lemon over shrimp, then add 1 tablespoon dill, 1/2 teaspoon sea salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
- Step 3: Add zucchini noodles to skillet, tossing gently until heated through (about 3 minutes), until zucchini noodles are tender but still firm to the bite.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does One-Pot Lemon-Garlic Zucchini Noodles with Shrimp take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (15 min prep + 10 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 Zucchini Noodles with Shrimp?
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 medium zucchini from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in One-Pot Lemon-Garlic Zucchini Noodles with Shrimp?
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 Zucchini Noodles with Shrimp 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 Zucchini Noodles with Shrimp 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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Added some red pepper flakes for heat — highly recommend.
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Made this for my family and everyone asked for the recipe.
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Kids gobbled it up without complaints — that's a 5-star in my book.
