Keto Garlic Butter Shrimp (Print Version)

Shrimp sautéed in garlic butter combined with tender zucchini noodles for a light, flavorful dish.

# What You'll Need:

→ Seafood

01 - 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined

→ Vegetables

02 - 4 medium zucchini, spiralized into noodles
03 - 2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
04 - 1 tbsp lemon juice

→ Sauce and Seasoning

05 - 4 tbsp unsalted butter
06 - 5 cloves garlic, minced
07 - 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
08 - 1/2 tsp sea salt
09 - 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper

→ Garnish

10 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

# How To:

01 - Pat shrimp dry with paper towels and season lightly with salt and pepper.
02 - Heat 2 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and sauté for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove from pan and set aside.
03 - In the same skillet, add remaining butter and minced garlic. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
04 - Stir in red pepper flakes and lemon juice, combining well.
05 - Add zucchini noodles to the skillet and toss to combine. Cook for 2-3 minutes until tender but still firm.
06 - Return shrimp to the skillet and toss everything together for 1 minute to heat through.
07 - Remove from heat, sprinkle with chopped parsley and Parmesan cheese if desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Quick and simple to prepare - ready in just 25 minutes
  • Perfect for keto and low-carb diets at only 6g carbs per serving
  • Naturally gluten-free with no substitutions needed
  • Adaptable with easy swaps for different proteins
  • Light yet satisfying - won't weigh you down
02 -
  • Don't overcook the zucchini noodles - they should maintain some firmness
  • Let the shrimp fully dry before cooking for better browning
  • Use a skillet large enough to prevent overcrowding the shrimp
  • For meal prep, keep the zoodles and shrimp separate until ready to serve
  • Fresh garlic makes a noticeable difference in flavor compared to pre-minced
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