Garlic Basil Shrimp with Zucchini Noodles
Zucchini noodles, sometimes called “zoodles”, can be made with a vegetable peeler, a mandolin, or a Spiralizer. Their pasta-like texture is a perfect base for all sorts of sauces and toppings. Try these delicious garlic shrimp with fresh basil on a bed of zucchini noodles tonight.
Ingredients:
- 5 medium zucchini
- 1 Tbsp. olive oil
- 8 oz. raw medium shrimp, peeled, deveined
- 6 cloves garlic, crushed
- ¼ cup prepared pesto
- 4 fresh Italian parsley sprigs, finely chopped
- 5 fresh basil leaves, finely chopped
- Sea salt and ground black pepper (to taste; optional)
- 4 Tbsp. sliced raw almonds
Instructions
Using a vegetable peeler, cut each zucchini into lengthwise strips about ⅛ inch thick. Turn each zucchini slightly after cutting each strip to work evenly around the outside, stopping when you hit the seeds at the core. Discard cores. Cut slices lengthwise into ½- inch ribbons. Set aside.
Boil water in steamer or large saucepan over high heat. Reduce heat to medium-high. Place zucchini in steamer basket; cook for 2 to 3 minutes, or until tender. Remove from heat.
Heat oil in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
Add shrimp and garlic; cook, stirring frequently, for 2 to 3 minutes, or until shrimp are opaque and firm.
Add pesto; cook, stirring frequently, for 1 to 2 minutes, or until heated through.
Add parsley and basil; toss gently until blended.
Season with salt and pepper if desired.
Divide zucchini among 4 plates; top evenly with shrimp mixture.
Garnish each serving with 1 Tbsp. almonds.
Recipe Notes
Zucchini can also be sliced with a Spiralizer or on a mandolin; adjust to a very thin slice.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
Calories: 247
Total Fat: 15 g
Saturated Fat: 2 g
Cholesterol: 92 mg
Sodium: 485 mg
Carbohydrates: 13 g
Fiber: 4 g
Sugars: 7 g
Protein: 18 g
