Zucchini noodles with shrimp

Zucchini noodles with shrimp is an easy and quick dinner recipe. We cook the shrimp and noodles in the same pan, making washing up a lot easier. This recipe is flavourful and low carb, making it a great weeknight dinner choice.

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How to make zucchini noodles

Many large supermarkets carry zucchini noodles, but you can also make your own. All you need is a handy spiralizer. I use this cheap, handheld version, but you can also get sturdier varieties.

Both types of spiralizer work the same way; simply twist the zucchini pushed against the blades, and noodles will appear on the other end.

How to cook zucchini noodles with shrimp

You can use premade zucchini noodles for this recipe, or make your own using a spiralizer. I estimate about 1 medium zucchini per person for this recipe.

Heat some olive oil in a pan, then add the shrimp. Drizzle cajun seasoning over the shrimp, and stir to coat them evenly. Allow the shrimp to cook for about 2 minutes, then push them to one half of the pan. On the other half, add the zucchini noodles. Allow them to cook until they have warmed up, about 2 minutes, then serve the noodles topped with the shrimp

Try different flavours

We use cajun seasoning for this recipe. Cajun shrimp is really delicious, and the flavours suit this dish nicely. If you want to change it up, or you’re not a fan of cajun seasoning, you can make zucchini noodles with shrimp using these alternatives:

• Garlic and lemon: Saute a finely minced garlic before adding the shrimp, and squeeze the juice of half a lemon on top.
• Garlic butter: Replace the olive oil with 1 tbsp butter, and saute a finely minced garlic clove before adding the shrimp.
• Spicy shrimp: Replace the cajun seasoning with cayenne pepper.
• Salt and pepper shrimp: Use freshly ground pepper and sea salt.

Leftovers

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat leftovers in the microwave until piping hot throughout.

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• Cashew chicken stir fry
• Chicken and mango salad
• Pan fried sea bass
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Zucchini noodles with shrimp

Zucchini noodles with shrimp is an easy and quick dinner recipe. We cook the shrimp and noodles in the same pan, making washing up a lot easier. This recipe is flavourful and low carb, making it a great weeknight dinner choice.

Prep Time5 mins

Cook Time5 mins

5 from 5 votes

Course: Dinner, lunch, Main Course

Cuisine: International

Keyword: courgette, keto, low carb, prawn, shrimp, zucchini

Servings: 2

Calories: 107kcal

Cost: Cheap

Ingredients

• 2 zucchinis UK: courgettes, alternatively 300 g zucchini noodles
• 160 g shrimp
• 1 tsp cajun seasoning
• 1 tsp olive oil

Instructions

• Use premade zucchini noodles, or use a spiralizer to make your own noodles from 2 medium zucchinis.
• Heat the olive oil in a pan, and add the shrimp. Drizzle cajun seasoning over the shrimp, and stir to coat them evenly. Allow the shrimp to cook for about 2 minutes, then push them to one half of the pan.
• On the other half of the same pan, add the zucchini noodles. Allow them to cook until they have warmed through, about 2 minutes, then serve the noodles topped with the shrimp.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat leftovers in the microwave until piping hot throughout.

Try different flavours

We use cajun seasoning for this recipe. Cajun shrimp is really delicious, and the flavours suit this dish nicely. If you want to change it up, or you’re not a fan of cajun seasoning, you can try the following alternatives:

• Garlic and lemon: Saute a finely minced garlic before adding the shrimp, and squeeze the juice of half a lemon on top.
• Garlic butter: Replace the olive oil with 1 tbsp butter, and saute a finely minced garlic clove before adding the shrimp.
• Spicy shrimp: Replace the cajun seasoning with cayenne pepper.
• Salt and pepper shrimp: Use freshly ground pepper and sea salt.

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