Best 10 Shrimp Wshredded Zucchini Recipes

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Shrimp with shredded zucchini is a delicious and healthy dish that can be enjoyed as a main course or side dish. Shrimp is a good source of lean protein, omega-3 fatty acids, and various vitamins and minerals. Zucchini is a low-carb, nutrient-rich vegetable that is versatile and can be used in a variety of dishes. By combining these two ingredients, you can create a satisfying and flavorful meal without compromising on nutrition. This article will provide you with a selection of the best recipes for cooking shrimp with shredded zucchini, ensuring that you have a variety of options to choose from.

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SHRIMP & ZUCCHINI



Shrimp & Zucchini image

Using this easy recipe, you will have an aromatic and delicious Shrimp and Zucchini Stir Fry on the table in minutes.

Provided by Holly

Categories     Main Course

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 8

12 oz shrimp (peeled and deveined)
2 small zucchini (about ¾ lb)
1 tablespoon olive oil (divided)
2 cloves garlic (minced)
¼ teaspoon dried oregano
¼ teaspoon chili flakes
⅓ cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons pesto

Steps:

  • Cut zucchini in half and then into 1/2" slices.
  • Season shrimp with salt & pepper.
  • Heat half of the olive oil in a skillet. Add shrimp and cook just until pink and almost cooked through. Remove from the pan and set aside.
  • Add remaining oil to the pan. Add zucchini, garlic, oregano, chili flakes and salt & pepper to taste. Stir fry 4-5 minutes or until zucchini is tender crisp.
  • Add cream and pesto, simmer 1 minute. Stir in shrimp (and any juices on the plate) and cook until heated through.
  • Garnish with parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 233 kcal, Carbohydrate 5 g, Protein 19 g, Fat 15 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Cholesterol 242 mg, Sodium 749 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 3 g, ServingSize 1 serving

NAT'S SHRIMP AND VEGGIE STUFFED ZUCCHINI



Nat's Shrimp and Veggie Stuffed Zucchini image

A light meal that can be served alone or as a side dish. Great for an overgrown zucchini.

Provided by kelnat

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Stuffed Main Dish Recipes     Stuffed Zucchini Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 extra large zucchini
¼ cup olive oil, divided
6 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 shallot, finely chopped
½ pound large shrimp - shelled, deveined, and cut in half
1 large tomato - peeled, seeded and diced
8 cremini mushrooms, quartered
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
8 leaves fresh basil, torn
ground black pepper to taste
kosher salt to taste
garlic powder to taste
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven's broiler and set the oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source. Grease a baking sheet.
  • Cut the zucchini in half the long way, and scoop out the seeds and pulp, leaving a thick shell of flesh. Brush both halves of the zucchini with about 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and place them, cut sides down, onto the prepared baking sheet. Bake until the zucchini are hot and beginning to release beads of moisture, 5 to 10 minutes. Remove the zucchini from the oven.
  • Reduce the oven heat to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
  • Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet over medium-low heat, and cook and stir the garlic and shallot until translucent, about 5 minutes. Remove from the heat and let cool.
  • Place 1 tablespoon of olive oil, the shrimp, diced tomato, mushrooms, 1/4 cup of Parmesan cheese, basil, and the cooked garlic and shallot into a bowl, and stir to mix. Season to taste with black pepper, salt, and garlic powder. Stuff the mixture into the zucchini halves, and sprinkle each zucchini with about 2 tablespoons of Parmesan cheese.
  • Bake the stuffed zucchini in the preheated oven until the cheese is browned and the filling is cooked through and hot, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 267 calories, Carbohydrate 13 g, Cholesterol 95.1 mg, Fat 17.4 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 17.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 375.8 mg, Sugar 5.3 g

MEDITERRANEAN-STYLE SAUTEED SHRIMP AND ZUCCHINI



Mediterranean-Style Sauteed Shrimp and Zucchini image

Provided by Suzy Karadsheh

Categories     Entree

Time 22m

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 ½ tbsp dry oregano
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp ground coriander
½ tsp sweet paprika
1 lb large shrimp (prawns, peeled, and deveined)
2 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil
½ medium red onion (thinly sliced)
5 garlic cloves (minced and divided)
1 bell pepper (cored and sliced into sticks)
1 to 2 zucchini (halved length-wise, sliced into ½ moons (you can use 1 zucchini and 1 yellow squash))
1 cup cooked chickpeas (from canned chickpeas, drained)
1 ½ cups cherry tomatoes (halved)
Pinch kosher salt
Pinch black pepper
1 large lemon (juice of)
Handful fresh basil leaves (torn or sliced into ribbons (you can use a different herb, depending on what's available to you))

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the spices (oregano, cumin, coriander, and paprika.)
  • Pat shrimp dry and season with kosher salt and 1 ½ tsp of the spice mixture. Set aside briefly or refrigerate till later. (Reserve the remaining spice mixture for the vegetables.)
  • In a large cast iron skillet, heat 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil over medium heat. Add onions and ½ the amount of garlic and cook for 3 to 4 minutes, tossing regularly till fragrant (do not allow the garlic to burn.)
  • Add zucchini, bell peppers, and chickpeas. Season with salt and pepper and the remaining spice mixture. Toss to combine. If needed, raise the heat just a bit and cook the veggies until tender, tossing regularly (about 5 to 7 minutes.)
  • Transfer the veggies to a large plate for now. Return the skillet to the heat and add a little bit of extra virgin olive oil. Add the seasoned shrimp and remaining garlic. Cook over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until shrimp is totally pink (about 4 to 5 minutes).
  • Add the cooked vegetables back to the skillet with the shrimp. Add cherry tomatoes and lemon juice. Give everything a good toss. Finish with the fresh basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 298.7 kcal, Sugar 7.2 g, Sodium 455 mg, Fat 10.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Carbohydrate 23.9 g, Fiber 6.9 g, Protein 29.3 g, Cholesterol 285.8 mg, UnsaturatedFat 7.8 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SHRIMP W/SHREDDED ZUCCHINI



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the zucchini makes a perfect "bed" for the shrimp. yellow squash can also be used, or you can use a combo of both. this has true eye appeal

Provided by chia2160

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 zucchini
1 teaspoon salt
1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
4 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
salt & pepper
3 cloves minced garlic
1/2 cup chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/2 chopped parsley

Steps:

  • shred zucchini with manual shredder or in processor, lengthwise.
  • layer in a colander and sprinkle with salt while you prepare the shrimp.
  • rinse zucchini and drain well.
  • in a skillet melt 2 tbsp butter and 1 tbsp oil, add zucchini and cook 3 minutes,add salt& pepper, remove and set aside.
  • melt remaining butter and oil, add shrimp and garlic, cook until shrimp turns pink, 3 minutes.
  • add broth, bring to a boil, add red pepper and parsley, cook 1 minute more.
  • serve shrimp over zucchini.

SHRIMP WITH ZUCCHINI NOODLES



Shrimp with Zucchini Noodles image

Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 tablespoons salted butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 pound jumbo shrimp, cleaned
1/2 medium onion, finely diced
3 cloves garlic, smashed
2 teaspoons chile flakes
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup white wine, such as Sauvignon Blanc
One 16-ounce store-bought package zucchini noodles
1 cup multicolored grape tomatoes, halved
2 lemons, zested
2/3 cup shredded Parmesan
6 to 8 fresh basil leaves

Steps:

  • Heat the butter with the olive oil in a large skillet over a medium heat. When the butter has melted, add the shrimp, onion, garlic, chile flakes, salt and pepper, then cook until the onions are translucent and the shrimp are opaque, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the white wine, then allow it to boil and reduce slightly, 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Add the zucchini noodles to the skillet. Cook until the zucchini is tender, about 2 more minutes. Add the tomatoes and lemon zest to the skillet, then toss to combine. Sprinkle over the Parmesan and garnish with the basil leaves. Remove the smashed garlic cloves and serve straight from the skillet.

TEX-MEX SHRIMP FAJITAS WITH SQUASH AND ZUCCHINI



Tex-Mex Shrimp Fajitas with Squash and Zucchini image

These Tex-Mex fajitas feature grilled shrimp rubbed with chili powder, chipotle chile powder and paprika.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 tablespoon paprika
2 teaspoons light brown sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon chipotle chile powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Kosher salt
1 1/2 pounds peeled and deveined large shrimp
1 tablespoon olive oil, plus more for oiling the grill grates
Juice of 1 lime
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium zucchini, cut into 1/4-inch half-moons
Kosher salt.
1 medium yellow squash, cut into 1/4-inch half-moons
1 bunch scallions, cut into 1-inch lengths
1 large tomato, chopped
1 red jalapeno, seeded and thinly sliced
1/2 cup roughly chopped fresh cilantro
Warm tortillas, shredded Cheddar, guacamole, sliced pickled jalapenos, lime wedges, tomatillo salsa and chopped scallions

Steps:

  • Mix together the paprika, brown sugar, chili powder, cumin, chipotle chile powder, garlic powder and 1 teaspoon salt in a small bowl. Toss the shrimp in a container with the olive oil and lime juice, then rub with the spice mixture. Refrigerate, covered, for at least 30 minutes and up to 2 hours before cooking.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon of the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the zucchini and a pinch of salt and cook until the zucchini is light brown and tender, about 3 minutes. Transfer to a plate. Repeat with the remaining oil, yellow squash and a pinch of salt, then transfer the cooked squash to the plate. Add the scallions to the skillet and cook, stirring once or twice, until lightly charred. Add the tomato, jalapeno and the cooked zucchini and squash and stir to combine. Add the cilantro and season with salt. Set aside.
  • Prepare an outdoor grill for medium-high heat.
  • Brush the grill grates with oil. Grill the shrimp until cooked through, about 2 minutes per side.
  • Serve with the warm tortillas and toppings.
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ZUCCHINI "LINGUINI" WITH ROASTED SHRIMP RECIPE BY TASTY



Zucchini

Here's what you need: zucchinis, shrimp, yellow bell pepper, lime juice, kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, olive oil

Provided by Spencer Kombol

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 zucchinis
1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
½ yellow bell pepper, sliced thin
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon garlic powder
2 tablespoons olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Using a vegetable peeler, peel long strips from the zucchini.
  • In a large bowl, mix the zucchini strips, shrimp, bell pepper sliced, lime juice, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and olive oil until the mixture is evenly coated.
  • On a roasting tray, spread the mixture into one even layer and bake for 8 minutes.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 209 calories, Carbohydrate 7 grams, Fat 9 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 24 grams, Sugar 3 grams

SHRIMP AND ZUCCHINI TOSTADAS



Shrimp and Zucchini Tostadas image

Sometimes you just need a really tasty dinner that gets to the table in under 30 minutes -- try this Southwestern-inspired dish.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes     Shrimp Recipes

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 burrito-size flour tortillas (8-inch)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese (4 ounces)
1 garlic clove, minced
2 medium zucchini, quartered lengthwise and thinly sliced
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1 pound large peeled and deveined shrimp
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1/2 cup sour cream
3 scallions, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 475 degrees. Place tortillas on two large baking sheets. Brush with 1 tablespoon oil and sprinkle with cheese. Bake until cheese is melted and tortillas are crisp, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high. Add garlic and zucchini; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring frequently, until zucchini is crisp-tender, 2 to 4 minutes. Add shrimp and cook, stirring frequently, until shrimp are opaque throughout, about 3 minutes. Stir in lime juice. Spoon shrimp mixture over tortillas and top with sour cream and scallions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 520 g, Fat 26 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 37 g

ZUCCHINI SHRIMP SCAMPI RECIPE BY TASTY



Zucchini Shrimp Scampi Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: medium zucchinis, oil, medium shrimp, salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes, garlic, low-sodium chicken broth, lemon, fresh parsley

Provided by Joey Firoben

Categories     Dinner

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 medium zucchinis
1 tablespoon oil
1 lb medium shrimp, or large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
3 cloves garlic, minced
¼ cup low-sodium chicken broth
1 lemon, juiced
fresh parsley, for garnish

Steps:

  • Using a coarse cheese grater, slide the zucchini down the grater, shaving of long strips. Rotate the zucchini constantly, grating all sides, until you reach the seeds in the center.
  • Heat the oil over medium-high heat in a large, nonstick skillet.
  • Add the shrimp in and season with the salt, black pepper, red pepper, and garlic. Sauté the shrimp, until they evenly begin to show a pink color, about 3 minutes.
  • Pour in the chicken broth and lemon juice, and let the liquid come to a simmer.
  • Add the zucchini noodles and stir until everything is combined and the shrimp are fully cooked.
  • Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley leaves and serve.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 164 calories, Carbohydrate 9 grams, Fat 6 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 17 grams, Sugar 3 grams

ZUCCHINI AND SHRIMP SPAGHETTI



Zucchini and Shrimp Spaghetti image

Make and share this Zucchini and Shrimp Spaghetti recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Chef-slim

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 40m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 green zucchini
1/2 onion
1 garlic clove
1 tablespoon butter
8 ounces fat-free evaporated milk
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup parmesan cheese
1/4 teaspoon pepper
16 ounces angel hair pasta
2 lbs baby shrimp

Steps:

  • Using a cheese grater shred zucchini and onion than mince garlic place all three in a non stick skillet with 1 tablespoon of butter to saute on medium heat for about 5 minutes until onion is transparent in appearance.
  • Mix milk and cornstarch til disolved
  • Add milk mixture to the zucchini cook until mixture comes to boil. Add parmesan cheese and salt and pepper to taste. Put sauce aside in pan to keep warm until noodles are cooked.
  • Cook shrimp in boiling water for 1 minute - place in serving bowl.
  • Drain noodles and toss with sauce. Serve immediately for best taste. Use shrimp to garnish on each plate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 408.7, Fat 5.6, SaturatedFat 2.5, Cholesterol 231.5, Sodium 550.9, Carbohydrate 51.1, Fiber 3, Sugar 6.3, Protein 37

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: This will make all the difference in the flavor of your dish. Look for shrimp that are firm and translucent, and zucchini that is fresh and green.
  • Don't overcook the shrimp: Shrimp cooks very quickly, so it's important to be careful not to overcook it. Overcooked shrimp will be tough and rubbery.
  • Use a variety of seasonings: This will help to create a flavorful dish. Some good options include garlic, onion, paprika, cumin, and chili powder.
  • Serve immediately: This dish is best served immediately after it is cooked. The shrimp will be at its best when it is hot and fresh.

Conclusion:

Shrimp with Shredded Zucchini is a quick and easy dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a healthy and flavorful dish that is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you are looking for a new shrimp recipe, be sure to give this one a try.

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