Garlic butter shrimp with zucchini noodles
Keto Shrimp Scampi
Keto Shrimp Scampi
18 minEasy
Prep Time
10 min
Cook Time
8 min
Total Time
18 min
Servings
2
2 servings
Difficulty
Easy
Cost
Moderate
$$
Keto Shrimp Scampi
Garlic butter shrimp with zucchini noodles
Plump shrimp sautéed in a garlic butter white wine sauce, served over spiralized zucchini noodles. A light yet satisfying keto dinner that comes together in 15 minutes.
10m
Prep Time
8m
Cook Time
18m
Total Time
2
Servings
Easy
Difficulty
Moderate $$
Cost
Sarah Chen
(Updated )
Shrimp scampi is one of those rare dishes that is already almost keto—just swap the pasta for zoodles and you have a restaurant-quality meal with minimal carbs.
Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup dry white wine
- 2 medium zucchini, spiralized
- Juice of 1 lemon, red pepper flakes, parsley
Instructions
- 1
Pat shrimp dry and season with salt, pepper, and a pinch of red pepper flakes.
- 2
Melt 1 tbsp butter in a large skillet over high heat. Sear shrimp 1 minute per side until pink. Remove.
- 3
Reduce heat to medium, add remaining butter and garlic. Cook 1 minute until fragrant.
- 4
Add white wine and lemon juice, let bubble for 1 minute. Toss in zucchini noodles and cook 2 minutes.
- 5
Return shrimp to the pan, toss everything together, and garnish with fresh parsley.
Serving Suggestions
Ways to Serve This Dish
Serve with crusty artisan bread for dipping
Finish with a drizzle of high-quality extra virgin olive oil
Pair with a simple arugula salad dressed in lemon vinaigrette
Substitutions
Zucchini noodlesShirataki noodles
Zero-carb noodle alternative with a chewier texture
White wineChicken broth + lemon
Alcohol-free with similar acidity
DepthPantry
Test Kitchen Pick
Olive Oil
Helpful Pantry Staple
Why the olive oil matters
On recipes like this, olive oil is not just a background fat. A better bottle gives you cleaner flavor and a better finish.
This is one of the few pantry upgrades that keeps paying off every time you cook in this lane.
- Useful in dressings, sauces, and finishing
- Improves flavor without changing the recipe structure
A good bottle of olive oil is one of the safest pantry upgrades for Mediterranean and Italian cooking.
Shop olive oil for this recipeTips & Storage
Pro Tips
Do not overcook the shrimp—they continue cooking in residual heat after you remove the pan from the stove.
Sauté the zoodles for only 2 minutes to keep them firm and prevent excess water release.
Storage
Best eaten fresh. Refrigerate leftovers for up to 1 day.
Reheating
Reheat gently in a skillet over medium-low heat for 2-3 minutes.
Nutrition Facts
Per serving (210mg) · 2 servings
Calories340
LowModerateHigh
A moderate-calorie serving · based on a 2,000 cal daily diet
Protein20g
Carbohydrates5g
Fat32g
Fiber520mg
Sugar1g
Sodium3g
Nutritional values are approximate and may vary based on specific ingredients and preparation methods.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Can I skip the wine?
- Yes, substitute an equal amount of chicken broth with an extra squeeze of lemon.
- Can I use frozen shrimp?
- Thaw completely and pat very dry before searing or they will steam instead of sear.
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About Sarah Chen
Sarah Chen is a professional recipe developer and food editor with over a decade of experience in test kitchens and food media. She trained at the Culinary Institute of America before spending six years developing and testing recipes for national food publications, where she honed her ability to translate restaurant techniques into approachable home cooking. At RecipePool, Sarah leads recipe development, ensuring every dish is tested at least three times for clarity, accuracy, and genuine deliciousness. When she is not in the kitchen, she is browsing farmers markets and collecting vintage cookbooks.
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