Best 4 Zucchini Shrimp Scampi Recipe By Tasty Recipes

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If you're looking for a light and flavorful dish that's perfect for a weeknight meal, look no further than this zucchini shrimp scampi recipe. Made with just a few simple ingredients, this dish is easy to prepare and packed with flavor. The zucchini and shrimp are cooked in a light sauce made with butter, garlic, lemon juice, and white wine, and the result is a dish that is both delicious and healthy. Serve it over pasta, rice, or your favorite roasted vegetables for a complete meal that the whole family will love.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

SPAGHETTI SQUASH SHRIMP SCAMPI RECIPE BY TASTY



Spaghetti Squash Shrimp Scampi Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: spaghetti squash, olive oil, garlic, red pepper flakes, shrimp, salt, ground black pepper, lemon, lemon, fresh parsley

Provided by Joey Firoben

Categories     Dinner

Yield 1 serving

Number Of Ingredients 10

½ spaghetti squash, halved vertically and seeded
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
4 oz shrimp, peeled, deveined
¾ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 lemon, zested
1 lemon, juiced
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Steps:

  • Microwave squash on high until tender, about 10 minutes. Shred the flesh of the squash and discard the skin.
  • Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Once the oil begins to shimmer, add the garlic, red pepper flakes, and shrimp, and cook until shrimp are pink and start to curl, about 2 minutes.
  • Add the lemon zest, salt, pepper, and lemon juice, and cook for 1 minute.
  • Remove from heat, add parsley and shredded squash, and stir to combine.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 400 calories, Carbohydrate 45 grams, Fat 17 grams, Fiber 11 grams, Protein 28 grams, Sugar 13 grams

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 NOODLE SHRIMP SCAMPI



Zucchini Noodle Shrimp Scampi image

We love shrimp scampi, but have decided to cut back where we can on heavy carbs. This is the perfect solution! I will be swapping out pasta for veggie noodles quite frequently now!

Provided by MCabrera75

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Seafood Main Dish Recipes     Shrimp     100+ Shrimp Scampi Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 ½ pounds zucchini
¼ cup unsalted butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 shallot, minced
2 cloves garlic, minced
½ cup white wine
½ lemon, juiced
1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, or to taste
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, or to taste

Steps:

  • Make zucchini noodles using a spiralizer or julienne peeler.
  • Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Pour in olive oil. Add shallot; cook and stir until tender, 4 to 5 minutes. Add minced garlic; cook until golden, about 2 minutes. Stir in wine and lemon juice; cook until sauce is reduced by almost half, about 3 minutes. Add shrimp, salt, and black pepper. Cook until shrimp turn pink, 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer shrimp to serving plate.
  • Stir zucchini noodles into skillet. Season with salt and black pepper. Cook until noodles are tender, 4 to 6 minutes. Return shrimp to the skillet. Stir in parsley and Parmesan cheese before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 324.6 calories, Carbohydrate 9.3 g, Cholesterol 205.3 mg, Fat 20.3 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 22.1 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Sodium 298.3 mg, Sugar 3.7 g

RIBBONY SHRIMP AND PASTA SCAMPI



Ribbony Shrimp and Pasta Scampi image

Medium-size shrimp are the perfect size for a twirl of spaghetti shot through with ribbons of squash. Have vegetarians at the table? Omit the shrimp, double the tomatoes and serve with a spoonful of part-skim ricotta cheese on top.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

Kosher salt
8 ounces whole wheat spaghetti
1 yellow squash
1 zucchini
1 pound peeled and deveined medium shrimp, tails removed
Freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
Pinch crushed red pepper flakes, optional
1/2 cup low-sodium vegetable or chicken broth
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to package directions for al dente.
  • While the pasta cooks, trim the top and bottom off of each squash. Peel the squash in ribbons into a colander, using a vegetable peeler, turning the squash as you peel. Stop peeling the squash when you only have the center core of seeds left. Discard the core and seeds.
  • Reserve 1/4 cup of the pasta water, and then drain the pasta over the squash ribbons. Put in a medium bowl and toss to evenly distribute the pasta with the squash ribbons.
  • Toss the shrimp with 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt and some pepper. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp, spread into a single layer and cook without stirring, until just turning pink around the edges, about 2 minutes. Stir the shrimp, add the tomatoes, garlic and pepper flakes and continue to cook until the tomatoes have softened and the garlic has toasted, about 1 minute. Add the pasta and squash ribbons, broth and the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil. Cook, tossing, until warmed through and most of the liquid has been absorbed. Add the pasta water a bit at a time, if needed, if the noodles seem dry.
  • Season with additional salt and pepper. Divide among 4 bowls and top with the chives.

Tips:

  • Prep your ingredients in advance: Chop the vegetables, devein the shrimp, and measure out the spices before you start cooking. This will make the cooking process go much smoother.
  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: The fresher your ingredients, the better your scampi will taste. Look for plump, juicy shrimp and crisp, colorful vegetables.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: Cooking the shrimp and vegetables in batches will help them cook evenly and prevent them from becoming soggy.
  • Cook the shrimp until they are just opaque: Overcooked shrimp are tough and chewy. Cook them for just a few minutes, until they turn from translucent to opaque.
  • Add the vegetables towards the end of cooking: This will help them retain their crunch and bright color.
  • Serve the scampi immediately: Zucchini shrimp scampi is best enjoyed hot off the stove. Serve it with a side of crusty bread or pasta.

Conclusion:

Zucchini shrimp scampi is a quick, easy, and delicious seafood dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is packed with flavor and nutrients, and it can be on the table in under 30 minutes. So next time you are looking for a healthy and satisfying meal, give zucchini shrimp scampi a try.

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