Description
Zucchini noodles sautéed with homemade basil pesto and juicy shrimp— a low‑carb, 25‑minute dinner packed with fresh flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium zucchini, spiralized into noodles
- ¾ cup fresh basil leaves, packed
- ¼ cup pine nuts, toasted
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- Salt, pepper, and a pinch of paprika
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Blend basil, pine nuts, parmesan, garlic, and olive oil into a pesto.
- Season shrimp with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Sear shrimp over medium heat for 2 minutes per side, then set aside.
- Sauté zucchini noodles for 30–45 seconds till just softened.
- Return shrimp to skillet, pour in pesto, and stir to coat.
- Finish with a squeeze of lemon, extra pepper if desired, and serve.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean