Simple Shrimp Scampi Zoodle Recipe :- This quick and simple low-carb weeknight dinner gives prawn scampi a nutritious makeover. With fewer calories and fat, my version of the traditional prawn scampi is still packed with flavour and full of nutritious components.
Simple Shrimp Scampi Zoodle Recipe
The classic shrimp scampi is all about the pasta and white wine with garlic, butter, and shrimp. I still use garlic, butter and shrimp to make my healthy shrimp scampi, but I cook it in veggie broth instead of pasta. In summary, there are fewer calories and carbohydrates. It retains the flavour and texture of the original meal while adding a lighter, fresher touch.
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INGREDIENTS
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper
- 2 pounds shrimp shelled and deveined
- Salt and pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ cup vegetable broth
- ¼ cup red wine vinegar
- Juice of a lemon
- 3 zucchinis spiralized
- Shaved Parmesan cheese for serving
- Fresh parsley for serving
INSTRUCTIONS
Heat the butter in a big skillet, then add the crushed red pepper and garlic. Cook for one minute, or until aromatic.
When the shrimp turn pink, which should take two to four minutes depending on their size, add them to the pan and season with salt, pepper, and paprika. Using a slotted spoon, remove the shrimp.
The remaining sauce in the pan can be thickened somewhat by adding the vegetable broth, red wine vinegar, and lemon juice while scraping down the sides of the pan.
After turning off the heat, mix the prawns and spiralized zucchini to reheat them just a bit. If preferred, garnish with freshly chopped parsley and Parmesan cheese.
NOTES
Remaining food should be preserved in an airtight container. In the fridge, they will last for two to three days. It’s preferable to eat this the same day because the zoodles will absorb a lot of liquid by the next day.
NUTRITION
- Serving: 1g,
- Calories: 251kcal,
- Carbohydrates: 5g,
- Protein: 39g, Fat: 7g,
- Saturated Fat: 3g,
- Cholesterol: 469mg,
- Sodium: 1557mg,
- Potassium: 478mg,
- Fiber: 1g,
- Sugar: 3g,
- Vitamin A: 652IU,
- Vitamin C: 29mg,
- Calcium: 285mg,
- Iron: 4mg
FAQs
HOW DO YOU THICKEN SHRIMP SCAMPI?
Usually, part of the liquid will evaporate when you add it to the browned parts and bring it to a boil, leaving a thicker sauce behind. One tablespoon of flour or one tablespoon of cornflour diluted with one tablespoon of water can be added to the sauce to further thicken it. Until the sauce thickens, keep whisking.
HOW MANY CALORIES ARE IN SHRIMP SCAMPI?
With twice as many shrimp as the classic version, my healthy take on shrimp scampi reduces fat and calories significantly. There are around 250 calories in each of the six wholesome portions that this dish yields.
WHAT CAN YOU SERVE WITH SHRIMP SCAMPI?
My shrimp scampi dish is exceptionally well-balanced because it comes with zoodles. Serve it with sautéed greens on the side or tossed salad for a larger dinner. Another great choice is always garlic toast!
