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Keto Shrimp Zucchini Pasta

Tender shrimp and zucchini noodles tossed in a creamy garlic-Parmesan sauce for a quick low-carb dinner ready in under 20 minutes.
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Prep Time 8 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 339
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 4 medium zucchini
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
  • ½ teaspoon salt or to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • Optional: ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • Optional: Fresh lemon juice for serving

Method
 

  1. Wash and dry the zucchini. Use a spiralizer to create zucchini noodles. Gently blot away excess moisture with paper towels.
  2. Pat the shrimp dry and season lightly with salt and black pepper.
  3. Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Add the shrimp in a single layer. Cook for two to three minutes per side, until pink and opaque. Transfer the shrimp to a plate.
  5. Reduce the heat to medium. Add the garlic and cook for approximately 30 seconds, stirring constantly.
  6. Pour in the heavy cream and stir until warmed.
  7. Add the Parmesan gradually, stirring until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
  8. Add the zucchini noodles and toss gently in the sauce. Cook for two to three minutes, just until slightly tender.
  9. Return the shrimp to the skillet and toss until coated and warmed through.
  10. Remove from the heat. Garnish with parsley, additional Parmesan, red pepper flakes, or lemon juice if desired.
  11. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Use medium zucchini for the best texture.
  • Avoid salting the zucchini noodles before cooking because salt draws out moisture.
  • Do not overcook the shrimp or zucchini.
  • Freshly grated Parmesan melts more smoothly than pre-shredded cheese.
    Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to two days, but the zucchini noodles will soften.

Nutrition Per Serving

    • Calories: 339
    • Protein: 31 g
    • Fat: 21 g
    • Total Carbohydrates: 8 g
    • Fiber: 2 g
    • Net Carbohydrates: 6 g
    • Sugar: approximately 5 g
    • Sodium: approximately 650 mg
These are estimates based on 1 pound of shrimp, four medium zucchini, butter, heavy cream, and ½ cup Parmesan. The exact numbers will vary with the zucchini size and specific brands used.