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Zucchini Noodles with Garlicky Shrimp and Cherry Tomatoes

Zucchini Noodles with Garlicky Shrimp and Cherry Tomatoes

20 mins
2 servings
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18g Carbs
7g Sugar

Light zucchini 'zoodles' tossed with quickly cooked shrimp, halved cherry tomatoes and fresh basil; avocado adds satisfying whole-food fat without any processed oils.

This recipe is originally for 2 servings. How many are you cooking for today?

Ingredients
  • 10 ozs raw large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 3 mediums zucchini (spiralized)
  • 6 ozs cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 medium ripe avocado, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped
  • 1 medium lemon (juice)
Instructions
1

Pat shrimp dry. Heat a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and cook 1–2 minutes per side until opaque and just cooked through. Remove and set aside.

2

In the same skillet add sliced garlic and cherry tomatoes; cook 1–2 minutes until tomatoes begin to soften and garlic is fragrant.

3

Add zucchini noodles and toss 1–2 minutes until warmed but still firm (avoid releasing excess water).

4

Return shrimp to pan, toss with lemon juice and fresh basil.

5

Serve topped with sliced avocado. Use pan juices to moisten if needed.

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That step is about 2 minutes. Want me to start a timer for you?

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