For busy weeknights, Zucchini Noodles with Shrimp is a fast and delicious skillet dinner. We spiced it up with Peri Peri sauce for some added heat.
Raw zucchini is so easy to work with. Have you tried Zucchini Caesar Salad? The classic Caesar salad ingredients with the addition of zucchini slices.
Quick and easy for any night of the week. This low-carb and low-calorie shrimp and zucchini recipe is so delicious. If you love shrimp scampi, you need to try making it with zoodles.
You can never have too many delicious zucchini recipes in your collection. From baking zucchini muffins, grilling zucchini burgers, and topping them with zucchini pickles, we love this summer squash.
Zoodles are so much fun. Gluten-free, healthy, and easy on the carbs. Perfect in this Greek Zoodle Salad and Zucchini Gazpacho.
Shrimp is always a great addition to meals. I always have some in the freezer. Super quick to cook. Have you tried shrimp boats? A super elegant appetizer that is sure to please your guests at any party.
We all need fast and easy meals we can get on the table, especially on busy weeknights. Takeout is so expensive, and most of the time we are disappointed with the quality and taste of the food.
This super easy shrimp and zucchini noodles dinner is just what you need. One pan, healthy ingredients, and easy on the budget. It also keeps the low-carb, keto and gluten-free people happy too.
Did you know zucchini is also called courgette? I remember Jamie Oliver referring to it that way and I had no clue what he was talking about. They looked like zucchini to me.
Ingredients For This Easy Zoodle Recipe
- Zucchini
- Leeks
- Red pepper
- Shrimp
- Spinach
- Peri Peri Sauce
- Avocado oil
Preparing Zucchini Noodles With Shrimp
Quick zucchini noodles and shrimp stir-fry recipe that is so easy to prepare. Full instructions can be found in the recipe card below.
- The key is prepping the veggies so they are ready to go.
- Clean the shrimp and set them aside.
- Heat a wok, and add the oil.
- Cook the leeks and peppers.
- Add the sauce.
- Add the shrimp.
- Toss in the zoodles.
- Add the spinach.
- ENJOY!
Suggestions/Recipe Tips
- Leeks – can be replaced with any type of onion you like.
- Red Pepper -feel free to use any colour of the rainbow. You can even add some hot peppers if you like.
- Shrimp – can be fresh or frozen. If you are using frozen, but sure to thaw before using. A great alternative would be baby scallops.
- Spinach – can be replaced with kale or arugula.
- Sauce – if you are not a fan of Peri Peri, try salsa, bbq sauce, or even just a seasoning blend.
- Storage – always store leftovers in a sealed container in the fridge. This will last for 2 days.
- Reheat – can be done on the stovetop, in the microwave, or oven.
How To Make Zoodles
There are several ways to make these fun zucchini noodles.
- Spiralizer – my preferred method.
- Vegetable peeler – slice lengthwise into thin strips. Pile them on top of each other and cut them lengthwise into noodles.
- Mandoline – use the julienne attachement.
- Box grater – grate the zucchini lengthwise down the large holes of the grater.
FAQ (Questions And Answers)
They can be eaten both raw and cooked.
Never boil, always saute or eat raw. To keep them from getting soggy when cooking, make sure the pan is hot and only cook until heated through.
If you love this one-skillet meal, give Corned Beef and Potatoes Skillet a try. The perfect alternative to the traditional corned beef and cabbage.
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Zoodles and Shrimp
Ingredients
- 5 ounces leeks (thinly sliced)
- 8 ounces red pepper (thinly sliced)
- 1 pound zucchini (made into noodles)
- 1 pound shrimp (fresh or thawed from frozen)
- 4 ounces spinach
- ¼ cup Peri Peri sauce
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil
Instructions
- Prepare your veggies and set aside. Get your shrimp (cleaned or thawed) and ready to cook. Set aside.**NOTE** Zucchini noodles can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge for 1-2 days in a ziplock bag.
- Heat a wok or frying pan over medium-high heat. Add oil and heat.
- Add the sliced leeks. Cook until soft (about 5 minutes).
- Add sliced red peppers. Cook for approximately 2 minutes.
- Add Peri Peri sauce, and mix to combine.
- Add shrimp and cook approximately 2 minutes.
- Add zucchini noodles and cook approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Add spinach and cook for 1 minute.
- Remove from heat and serve.
moop brown
This recipe looks colorful, vibrant, and like a nutritional alternative to traditional pasta. Thank you for sharing. Will definitely have to try.
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
Hope you enjoy this delicious seafood recipe soon.
Molly Kumar
Wow, this is such a healthy, quick, flavorful and delicious meal. I love the addition of zucchini noodles rather than regular ones. Saving to try soon.
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
The perfect recipe for using garden fresh zucchini.
Erin
My husband REALLY loves leek. I think I’ll have to try this for him! It looks like the perfect not-too-heavy summer dinner.
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
You are correct, this is a lighter version for pasta….and super healthy too.
Carrie Robinson
I just love how simple, healthy, and fresh this is! 🙂 We have been trying to eat healthier, so I am definitely adding this one to our weekly dinner rotation soon.
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
This recipe makes eating healthy super easy and totally delicious.
Lisa
This is a great low carb and high protein meal. I could eat shrimp with zucchini three times a week!
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
The combination of shrimp and zucchini is so good. This is an easy meal for any weeknight.
Jamie
I made this for a light summer lunch and it was delicious! The zucchini noodles were perfectly cooked and went great with the shrimp!
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
Perfect for lunch or dinner, you can’t go wrong with zucchini and shrimp paired together.
Amy Liu Dong
Wow! I made this dish earlier and it was so easy and delicious. My husband loves it so much!
Definitely make this recipe again!
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
So glad your hubby enjoyed this delicious shrimp and zucchini stir fry.
DK
Ah yes! I was looking for a good low carb option for noodles and this zucchini recipe is perfect! Even my picky daughter loved it when I made it for our family dinner last night!
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
This should be perfect, hope she enjoys these delicious zoodles.
Adriana
The zucchini noodles with shrimp are fantastic—a perfect option for a healthy dinner or lunch. I truly enjoyed the flavors and textures of this dish.
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
It is so easy to make and much healthier than takeout. Glad you enjoyed it.
Ashley
Love this low-carb shrimp dish. So easy and flavorful!
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
So much better than takeout. Zucchini noodles are fun.
Elizabeth
This recipe is delicious! I am always trying to find new ways to incorporate more seafood into our diet and this dish did not disappoint!
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
This is such an easy meal, and so delicious. Glad you enjoyed it.
Veronika
We love making zucchini noodles in the summer, it’s such a light and delicious dish. The peri peri sauce was amazing with the shrimp!
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
I love the addition of peri peri too.
Sherry
This dish is perfect for summer with all the veggies. I used salsa instead of peri peri sauce since I can’t handle that level of spice. Will definitely make again.
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
Salsa is a great alternative for sure. So glad you enjoyed the recipe.
Juyali
I liked that this recipe uses leeks because I love cooking with them. They are so fragrant and good for you. Very tasty recipe and it was very easy to put together. Thank you!
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
I love leeks in recipes too. Adds such a nice flavour.
Liz
Such a simple, light and delicious recipe. It was perfect for dinner on a hot summer evening!!!
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
I agree, and it is not heavy either.