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Lemon Garlic Shrimp and Zucchini

This Lemon Garlic Shrimp and Zucchini recipe is light, fresh, and packed with juicy shrimp, tender zucchini, garlic, and bright lemon flavor. Perfect for healthy dinner recipes, easy skillet meals, and quick seafood dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 2 zucchini sliced
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Seasonings
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • ¼ tsp red pepper flakes optional
  • Optional Add-Ins
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • Parmesan cheese
  • Fresh parsley
  • Cherry tomatoes
  • Spinach

Method
 

  1. Pat shrimp dry with paper towels.
  2. Season shrimp with paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Add shrimp and cook for 1–2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove and set aside.
  5. In the same skillet, add sliced zucchini and cook for 4–5 minutes until slightly tender.
  6. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  7. Stir in lemon juice and optional butter.
  8. Return shrimp to the skillet and toss gently until coated in sauce.
  9. Garnish with parsley or Parmesan cheese if desired.
  10. Serve warm on its own or with rice, pasta, or salad.

Notes

  • Avoid overcooking shrimp to keep them tender.
  • Fresh lemon juice creates best flavor.
  • Add butter for garlic butter shrimp variation.
  • Great served over pasta for lemon garlic shrimp pasta.
  • Store leftovers refrigerated up to 3 days.