Description
Zucchini Noodle Shrimp Scampi with Roasted Tomatoes is a light and flavorful dish that combines juicy shrimp, sweet roasted tomatoes, and fresh zucchini noodles. This quick and easy recipe delivers a burst of garlic and lemon zest in every bite, making it perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a weeknight dinner. With just 30 minutes of prep and cook time, you’ll have a delicious meal on the table in no time!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 medium zucchinis, spiralized
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Spread halved cherry tomatoes on the baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and toss in minced garlic. Roast for 15-20 minutes until blistered.
- While the tomatoes roast, spiralize the zucchinis into noodles.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Once hot, sauté the shrimp and red pepper flakes for about 3-4 minutes until pink. Season with salt and pepper.
- Add the roasted tomatoes to the skillet along with zucchini noodles and lemon juice. Toss to combine for another minute.
- Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking/Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
Keywords: - For a vegetarian version, substitute shrimp with tofu or chickpeas. - Adjust red pepper flakes based on your spice preference. - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.