Saffron-Scented Shrimp with Zucchini Noodles

Name: Saffron-Scented Shrimp with Zucchini Noodles
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 8 min
Total time: 23 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 12 oz, peeled and deveined shrimp; 2 medium, spiralized zucchini; 1/4 tsp saffron threads; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1/2, juiced lemon; 2 cloves, minced garlic; 1/4 tsp paprika

Light and fragrant shrimp dish with zucchini noodles, infused with saffron and lemon.

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Category: Seafood

Prep: 15 minutes. Cook: 8 minutes.

Serves 2.

Ingredients

12 oz, peeled and deveined shrimp
2 medium, spiralized zucchini
1/4 tsp saffron threads
2 tbsp olive oil
1/2, juiced lemon
2 cloves, minced garlic
1/4 tsp paprika

Instructions

Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and 1/4 tsp paprika, sautéing for 1 minute until aromatic.
Step 2: Add 12 oz shrimp and cook for 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp from skillet.
Step 3: Add 2 medium spiralized zucchini noodles to the skillet with 1/4 tsp saffron threads and 1/2 lemon juice. Toss for 3 minutes until zucchini is tender but still firm. Return shrimp to skillet, toss to combine, and cook for 1 more minute to heat through.