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Sautéed Shrimp with Zucchini Noodles in a Roasted Red Pepper Sauce

Sara
These Sautéed Shrimp with Zucchini Noodles in a Roasted Red Pepper Sauce are a healthier alternative to pasta and incredibly delicious!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Main Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 2
Calories 316 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 Red Bell Peppers
  • 2 Garlic Cloves minced
  • ¼ cup finely chopped Onions
  • 3 Tbs EVOO divided
  • Dash of Red Pepper Flakes
  • 1 teaspoon dried Oregano
  • Vegetable Broth
  • 2 medium Zucchini spiralized I used blade C on my Inspiralizer
  • 12 medium Shrimp deveined and shell removed
  • Sea Salt and Pepper to taste
  • Chopped fresh Parsley for garnish
  • Cooking Spray

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees
  • Lightly coat a baking sheet with Cooking Spray
  • Slice Red Peppers in half lengthwise, remove seeds, and the top core
  • Place Peppers cut side up on baking sheet, bake 25 minutes
  • Transfer Peppers to a food processor and blend until they form a puree consistency
  • In a medium pan add 2 Tbs EVOO and heat over med heat
  • When oil starts to shimmer add Onion, Garlic, and Red Pepper Flakes
  • Sauté 3-4 minutes until Onions are soft
  • Add the Roasted Red Pepper puree, Vegetable Broth, and Oregano
  • Cook 5-7 minutes or until mixture thickens
  • Reduce heat to low and bring to a simmer to allow the flavors to blend together
  • In a separate skillet add 1 Tbs EVOO and heat over med/high heat
  • When oil starts to shimmer add Zucchini noodles and sprinkle with a pinch of Salt and Pepper
  • Sauté 3-4 minutes or until al dente
  • Remove Zucchini and set aside
  • In the same skillet add Shrimp and sprinkle with a pinch of Salt and Pepper
  • Sauté 3-5 minutes or until Shrimp are cooked all the way through
  • Add sauce to the pan with the Shrimp
  • Add Zucchini noodles
  • Stir and cook until combined about 1-2 minutes
  • Garnish with Parsley
  • Serve immediately
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 316kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 16gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 97mgSodium: 94mgPotassium: 975mgFiber: 5gSugar: 11gVitamin A: 4136IUVitamin C: 190mgCalcium: 104mgIron: 2mg
Keyword sauteed shrimp with zucchini noodles, shrimp zucchini noodles, shrimp zucchini noodles in roasted red pepper sauce
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