Description
A quick and tasty meal featuring shrimp and zucchini, infused with garlic and a hint of spice.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound peeled and deveined shrimp
- 2 medium zucchinis
- 4 cloves fresh garlic
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Pinch of red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Wash and slice zucchinis into thin rounds.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Sauté minced garlic for about one minute until fragrant.
- Add sliced zucchini; cook for three minutes, stirring frequently.
- Introduce shrimp and red pepper flakes; cook for four to five minutes until shrimp are pink and fully cooked.
- Serve immediately, garnished with optional lemon zest or fresh herbs.
Notes
- Feel free to adjust the amount of red pepper flakes according to your spice preference.
- This dish pairs well with rice or quinoa for a full meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 170mg
Keywords: Garlic Shrimp, Zucchini, Quick Meal, 30-Minute Meal