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Scallop Scampi with Zucchini Noodles

This delicious Scallop Scampi with Zucchini Noodles is an easy one-pot, light and low-calorie dish that you can make in 25-minutes!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Pasta
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: Shrimp Scampi, zucchini noodle pasta
Servings: 4 servings
Author: Silvia Dunnirvine

Ingredients

  • 2 large zucchini about 4-5 cups of zucchini noodles
  • 1 cup fresh cherry tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 5 garlic cloves
  • 10-12 scallops
  • 1/2 medium size red onion
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • cilantro garnishing
  • red pepper flake optional

Instructions

  • Heat the oil in a non-stick skillet, add the fresh pressed garlic and cook until fragrant (about 2 minutes).
  • Add the cherry tomatoes (whole) the red onion, thinly sliced and scallops. Sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste and cover if possible. Let it cook for about 12-15 minutes in medium-low heat, turning the scallops half-way through.
  • Meanwhile, pass the zucchini through the spiralizer to make the noodles. I leave the skin on. Than transfer the zucchini noodles on a large piece of paper towel and squeeze (or pat dry) to absorb the extra moisture.
  • Add the zucchini noodles to the skillet, cover and cook for another 3 minutes.
  • Uncover the skillet and stir the zucchini in with the sauce and scallops. Garnish with cilantro, adjust the salt and pepper if needed. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Calories: 180kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 0.003g | Cholesterol: 9mg | Sodium: 160mg | Potassium: 449mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 380IU | Vitamin C: 28mg | Calcium: 32mg | Iron: 1mg