Sautéed Garlic and Herb Shrimp with Zucchini Noodles

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-26 · Updated 2026-04-26

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Quick and light sautéed shrimp infused with garlic and fresh herbs, served over tender zucchini noodles for a healthy low-carb meal. This Mediterranean-inspired holiday recipe (low carb, gluten free), ready in about 20 minutes, pairs large shrimp, extra virgin olive oil, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 250 calories and feeds 3, so it slots cleanly into a low-carb week and pairs well with cauliflower rice or roasted green vegetables. 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: 10 min Serves 3 Mediterranean cuisine 250 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb, peeled and deveined large shrimp
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
4, thinly sliced garlic cloves
3 medium, spiralized into noodles zucchini
2 tbsp, chopped fresh parsley
1 tbsp, chopped fresh basil leaves
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice

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Instructions

Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 4 thinly sliced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
Step 2: Add 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp to the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque, seasoning with 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes during cooking.
Step 3: Remove shrimp from the skillet and set aside. In the same skillet, add the spiralized noodles from 3 medium zucchinis and cook for 2 minutes until just tender, stirring frequently.
Step 4: Return shrimp to the skillet, add 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, 1 tbsp chopped fresh basil, and 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice. Toss everything together for 1 minute until heated through and well combined. Serve immediately.