Shrimp Scampi over Zucchini Noodles

Dinner · Easy · 20 min (10 prep + 10 cook) · Makes 1 serving (~70 g protein). Use the planner's servings stepper to batch-cook.
High-proteinLow-carbGluten-free
Shrimp Scampi over Zucchini Noodles — high-protein dinner recipe

Shrimp Scampi over Zucchini Noodles delivers 70 g of protein for just 8 g net carbs — a quick dinner that comes together fast. That's enough high-quality protein in one sitting to clear the leucine threshold for muscle repair.

70 gProtein
8 gNet carbs
22 gFat
3 gFiber
470Calories

Ingredients

  • 300 g Raw shrimp, peeled
  • 200 g Zucchini (spiralized)
  • 1 tbsp Butter
  • 1 tsp Olive oil
  • 10 g Parmesan cheese
  • Garlic, white wine, lemon, parsley, chili flakes, to taste

Equipment

  • non-stick skillet
  • saucepan

Method

  1. Saute garlic in butter and oil, add shrimp and cook 2-3 min until pink.
  2. Add a splash of white wine and lemon; simmer 1 minute.
  3. Toss in the zucchini noodles just to warm through, finish with parsley, chili flakes and parmesan.

Storage & make-ahead

Fridge: keeps 3–4 days in an airtight container — reheat gently. Most portions freeze well for up to 2 months; thaw overnight.

Tip

Don't overcook the zoodles — 60-90 seconds keeps them from going watery.

Dietary swaps

Dairy-free: Butter → olive oil or vegan butter; Parmesan cheese → nutritional yeast or vegan parmesan (for lactose intolerance or a dairy-free diet)

Full nutrition (estimated, per serving): 470 kcal · 70 g protein · 8 g net carbs · 22 g fat (10.5 g sat) · 3 g fiber · 5 g sugar · 840 mg sodium. Allergens: Milk, Shellfish. Macros are realistic estimates from standard food-composition values; brands and portions vary.

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