Tequila Lime Shrimp Zoodles Recipe

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Tequila Lime Shrimp Zoodles

Original Recipe: tasteofhome.com

INGREDIENTS:

• 3 tablespoons butter, divided
• 1 shallot, minced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1/4 cup tequila
• 1-1/2 teaspoons grated lime zest
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 pound uncooked shrimp (31-40 per pound), peeled and deveined
• 2 medium zucchini, spiralized (about 6 cups)
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
• Additional grated lime zest

DIRECTIONS:

1. In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, heat 2 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Add shallot and garlic; cook 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in tequila, lime zest and lime juice. Cook over medium heat until liquid is almost evaporated, 2-3 minutes.

2. Add olive oil and remaining butter; stir in shrimp and zucchini. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Cook and stir until shrimp begin to turn pink and zucchini is crisp-tender, 4-5 minutes. Sprinkle with parsley and additional lime zest.

Nutrition Information Values

Nutrition Facts: per serving

Serving size: 1 1/4 cups

• Carbohydrate – 7g, (3g sugars, 1g fiber)
• Fiber – 1g
• Fat – 14g fat (6g saturated fat)
• Protein – 20g