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.
Amanda Wren-Grimwood
Shrimp are great for a quick dinner and this recipe is so light and fresh for summer too. Delicious.
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
I always have shrimp in the freezer. Perfect for recipes like this.
Giangi Townsend
That looks super amazing and super delicious. Love zucchini noodles, so healthy and so flavorful.
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
Zucchini noodles are fun to make and fun to eat. ENJOY!
Marysa
This is a great recipe to try with the abundance of zucchini from the garden. I love finding some healthy options for meals.
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
These zucchini zoodles are perfect for healthy eating. ENJOY!
Jerika
I love zucchinis!:) I super like this Zucchini Noodles with Shrimp because it’s fast and easy meal plus it’s gluten-free, healthy, and easy on the carbs.:)
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
Thanks so much. I hope you enjoy this zucchini noodle recipe as much as we do.
Oscar
I love using zucchini noodles instead of traditional spaghetti and having it with the shrimp and the peri peri sauce was delicious. Great recipe.
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
I have to agree with you, these zucchini noodles are one of our favourite meals this time of year.
Elizabeth
I love zoodles too! They’re such a nice alternative to pasta. You’ve made this dish look really appetizing.
Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy
Thanks so much. Enjoy this delicious zucchini recipe with zoodles.
Krissy Allori
One can never have to many healthy and easy recipes! Looks great!
Homemade & Yummy
No you can NEVER have too many great recipes!!
Anne
Mmmmi this looks good. I love that it’s a one pan meal
Homemade & Yummy
Yes one pan meals are great, especially for busy weekdays/nights.
Julie
This looks so good! Question: is there a reason you keep the tails on while cooking the shrimp and serve them tails on? Does it add to the flavor? I feel like it would be much easier to eat a bite with the tails removed, but maybe it’s important to keep them on.
Homemade & Yummy
No there is not a particular reason, feel free to remove them. That is how they are in the bag, and I usually eat shrimp with my fingers. So picking them up with the tails is just easier for us.
Kat Jeter
Yum!! I love zoodles and shrimp because they are so quick and easy to make. I’ve been eating low carb for a few years now and I am looking forward to adding this recipe to my rotation.
Homemade & Yummy
It does make it easier to get away from the carbs for sure. Hope you give this recipe a try.
Stacey
Everything about this sounds so delicious! I love the zucchini noodle substitution. This would be perfect for a last minute dinner party … or anytime! Love it.
Homemade & Yummy
Yes it is quick and easy for any night of the week. ENJOY!!
lauren
You had me at one skillet! Love when a dish is full of good stuff and doesn’t require a mess! A nice, light, low carb dinner.
Homemade & Yummy
This one really comes together so quickly. Hope you give it a try.
Veronika's Kitchen
Every time I see these beautiful recipes, I think about getting a spiralizer) I think the time has come and I am ordering it right now!) greate recipe!
Homemade & Yummy
They are a fun kitchen gadget. I did a lot of research before I finally decided on the OXO Good Grips. Works awesome!!
Matt Kearns
I have yet to try using a spiralizer, but just may get myself one to try out this recipe! I love seafood and the shrimp look cooked perfectly in this dish. Well done!
Homemade & Yummy
Thanks so much…hope you give this delicious recipe a try soon.
prasanna hede
What a great looking dish! wonderful dinner fix,plus I need to get a spiralizer now.shrimp is my favorite..would love to give this a try.
Homemade & Yummy
YES….get a spiralizer you will LOVE it. I have a couple of links at the bottom of the post….I use the OXO Good Grips…and it is fantastic.