52. Keto-Friendly Creamy Pesto Shrimp Scampi with Zucchini Noodles

Ready to embark on a culinary journey that combines the classic flavors of shrimp scampi with the keto-friendly goodness of zucchini noodles? This recipe will tantalize your taste buds and leave you feeling satisfied without sacrificing any of the deliciousness. So, grab your apron and let’s dive in!

Ingredients:

1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup pesto sauce
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 large zucchini, spiralized into noodles
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

Prep the Zucchini Noodles: Using a spiralizer, transform the zucchini into long, thin noodles. You can also use a vegetable peeler to create wide, flat noodles if you prefer. Set them aside.
Cook the Shrimp: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is shimmering, add the shrimp and cook until they turn pink and opaque on both sides. This should take about 3-4 minutes. Remove the shrimp from the pan and set aside.
Make the Creamy Pesto Sauce: In the same skillet, add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Stir in the pesto sauce and heavy cream, bringing the mixture to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for a couple of minutes, stirring occasionally.
Combine and Serve: Add the cooked shrimp and zucchini noodles to the skillet with the creamy pesto sauce. Toss everything together gently to coat the noodles and shrimp in the sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired. Serve immediately while the noodles are still hot and the shrimp is juicy.

There you have it! This keto-friendly creamy pesto shrimp scampi with zucchini noodles is a delightful blend of flavors that will satisfy your cravings without compromising your diet. Enjoy this guilt-free meal and share it with your friends and family. We bet they’ll be asking for seconds!

Tips:

For a richer flavor, use homemade pesto sauce instead of store-bought. It’s easy to make and only requires a few ingredients.
If you don’t have a spiralizer, you can use a regular vegetable peeler to create wide, flat zucchini noodles.
To save time, you can cook the shrimp ahead of time and store them in the refrigerator. Just reheat them gently in the creamy pesto sauce before serving.
Feel free to add other keto-friendly vegetables to this dish, such as bell peppers, mushrooms, or asparagus.

Nutritional Information:

Serving size: 1 cup