Description
Explore fast, nutritious, and family-friendly quick low carb recipes. From spiralized zucchini noodles to protein-packed stir-fries, these meals are perfect for busy weeknights and packed with flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 400g shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 medium zucchini, spiralized
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp chili flakes
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium heat.
- Sauté garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add shrimp, season with salt, pepper, and chili flakes, cook 2–3 minutes per side.
- Remove shrimp and set aside.
- Sauté zucchini noodles in skillet for 2–3 minutes.
- Return shrimp, toss with zucchini noodles, drizzle with lemon juice, and garnish with parsley. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Substitute shrimp with chicken or tofu for variation.
- Use pre-spiralized zucchini to save prep time.
- Add grated Parmesan or a sprinkle of nuts for extra flavor and texture.
- Store leftovers in airtight containers in fridge for up to 2–3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 165mg