Shrimp Alfredo Zucchini Noodles (Printable)

Creamy Alfredo sauce coats shrimp and zucchini noodles for a quick, low-carb Italian-inspired main dish.

# Components:

→ Seafood

01 - 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined

→ Vegetables

02 - 4 medium zucchini, spiralized into noodles
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, optional, for garnish

→ Dairy

05 - 1 cup heavy cream
06 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
07 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

→ Pantry

08 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
09 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
10 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
11 - Pinch of red pepper flakes, optional

# Directions:

01 - Pat shrimp dry with paper towels. Season evenly with 1/4 teaspoon salt and freshly ground black pepper.
02 - In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and cook for 2 minutes on each side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp to a plate and set aside.
03 - Reduce heat to medium. Add remaining olive oil and unsalted butter to the skillet. Sauté minced garlic for 1 minute until fragrant, ensuring it does not brown.
04 - Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Lower heat and whisk in Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth and slightly thickened, about 2 to 3 minutes. Season with remaining salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if desired.
05 - Add spiralized zucchini noodles to the skillet. Toss gently in the Alfredo sauce for 2 to 3 minutes until just warmed and slightly softened; avoid overcooking.
06 - Return shrimp to the skillet and toss to coat evenly with the sauce.
07 - Serve immediately, garnished with chopped fresh parsley and extra Parmesan if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick and easy to make so you can get dinner on the table in thirty minutes
  • Low carb and gluten free which fits a variety of diets
  • Packed with veggies and lean protein for a meal that is both light and filling
  • Uses simple grocery staples so you do not need any fancy ingredients
02 -
  • High protein and low carb to keep you fueled and light
  • Meal comes together in a single pan which saves time and cleanup
03 -
  • Always pat shrimp dry before cooking to get a perfect sear with no excess water
  • Do not skip freshly grated Parmesan because the pre-grated stuff will not melt as smoothly
  • Work in batches or use a large skillet so zucchini noodles do not steam each other and get messy

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