Pesto Zoodles with Shrimp
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Pesto Zoodles with Shrimp
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Prep Time
7 minsCook Time
3-4 minsFree Time
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Use a spiralizer to make your own zucchini noodles! Don’t have room for another tool? Use a vegetable peeler to make long, thin strips of zucchini for this healthy weeknight recipe, coming together in minutes in the microwave.
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What You’ll Need
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Ingredients
- 8 medium shrimp, trimmed and deveined
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- ⅛ teaspoon chili flakes
- ¼ cup basil pesto
- 2 cups spiralized zucchini (about 1 zucchini)
- 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons kalamata olives, sliced
- Balsamic vinegar or glaze, to taste (optional)
Preparation
- Add the shrimp, oil, and chili flakes into the Anyday dish and mix to combine.
- Cover with the lid (knob lifted) and cook in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, or until the shrimp are partially cooked.
- Add the pesto and zucchini noodles and toss to combine. Continue cooking for 2-3 minutes (stirring halfway through), or until the shrimp are fully cooked and the zoodles are tender. If needed, continue cooking in 30-second intervals.
- Stir in the parmesan cheese and olives. Drizzle some balsamic vinegar to taste, if desired.
Serving suggestions & tips
- Substitute shrimp with tofu for a vegetarian main dish.
- Use any pre-spiralized vegetable available at the store, like butternut squash or beets.
- Add a dollop of sour cream or creme fraiche at the end to make the zoodles extra creamy!
Recipe notes
- This recipe works best during summer when zucchini and summer squash are at their peak.
- Microwave ovens vary, even with the same wattages. Adjust cooking times as needed.
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