Sautéed Shrimp with Zucchini Noodles and Garlic Lemon Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-20 · Updated 2026-05-20

Tender shrimp sautéed with garlic and tossed with fresh zucchini noodles in a bright lemon-infused olive oil sauce. This Whole30 recipe (low carb, gluten free), ready in about 20 minutes, pairs large shrimp, peeled and deveined, zucchini, extra virgin olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 210 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a Whole30 week and pairs well with roasted sweet potato or a simple olive-oil salad. 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

• 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 3 medium, spiralized into noodles zucchini
• 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 4, minced garlic cloves
• 2 tbsp, freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 1 tsp lemon zest
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
• 1 tsp sea salt
• 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
• 2 tbsp, chopped fresh parsley

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
2. Step 2: Add 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp to the skillet, sprinkle with 1 tsp sea salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper, and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until the shrimp are pink and opaque.
3. Step 3: Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside. In the same skillet, add the spiralized noodles from 3 medium zucchinis and sauté for 2 minutes until slightly softened.
4. Step 4: Return the shrimp to the skillet, add 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice, 1 tsp lemon zest, and 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley; toss gently to combine and heat through for 1 minute before serving.