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Zucchini Noodles with Shrimp and Dill

by Lynne Webb on June 30, 2017 (Updated July 8, 2021) // Leave a Comment

This is a light, one-dish meal made with spiralized zucchini and yellow squash noodles, shrimp, cherry tomatoes, fresh dill and feta.
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Summer Squash Noodles with Shrimp and Dill

This flavorful one-dish dinner uses spiralized (or julienned) zucchini and yellow squash noodles in place of conventional pasta. Combined with sautéed shrimp, cherry tomatoes, fresh dill, and feta cheese, the dish is light, yet very satisfying and makes a great choice when you’re trying to cut back on carbs.

Zucchini and shrimp always make a great combination, so when you’re not counting carbs, you might want to try our Linguine With Shrimp, Zucchini, and Red Pepper.

No Spiralizer? Use a Julienne Peeler

The zucchini and yellow squash in this dish were prepared using a spiralizer.

Spiralized veggie noodles tend to be slightly thicker than those made with a mandoline or julienne peeler, so they hold up well to the brief cooking method we’ve included in our recipe instructions. Julienne peelers, on the other hand, produce thinner, more delicate shreds than the spiralizer and need to be treated a bit more gently.

If you’re preparing the squash for this dish with a julienne peeler, you may want to skip the cooking of the noodles and simply toss them with a little warmed olive oil before combining them with the shrimp, tomatoes, and other ingredients.

Summer Squash Noodles with Shrimp and Dill

Summer Squash Noodles with Shrimp and Dill

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This is a light, one-dish meal made with spiralized zucchini and yellow squash noodles, shrimp, cherry tomatoes, fresh dill and feta.
Yield: 4 servings
Prep Time: 20 minutes mins
Cook Time : 8 minutes mins
Total Time : 28 minutes mins
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Ingredients 

  • 2 lbs summer squash, zucchini, yellow squash or a combination of the two
  • 3/4 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined (tails left on)
  • Extra-virgin olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, very finely chopped
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 3/4 pint cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice, or more to taste
  • 3 ounces crumbled feta cheese
  • 2 to 3 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped

Instructions 

  • Trim the ends from the squash and prepare the "noodles" using a spiralizer, mandoline or julienne peeler (see notes). Set aside.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and sauté until fragrant, 1/2 to 1 minute.
  • Add the shrimp, season with salt and pepper and sauté until they turn pink and opaque, 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl and set aside.
  • Put the pan back on the heat and add a bit more oil along with the tomatoes. Season with salt and pepper and sauté until the tomatoes are slightly softened, 1-1/2 to 2 minutes. Transfer to the bowl with the shrimp.
  • Note: If you've prepared your squash with a julienne peeler, be sure to read the notes above the recipe before continuing with the next step.
  • Heat a bit more olive oil over medium-high heat. Add about 1/4 quarter of the summer squash noodles and toss in the hot olive oil just long enough to soften them, 30 to 45 seconds. Transfer to the bowl with shrimp and tomatoes, then repeat the process with the remaining noodles.
  • Gently combine the noodles, shrimp and tomatoes, then drizzle with lemon juice and add the feta and fresh dill. Taste for seasoning, give the mixture a final toss and divide between 4 serving plates. Serve with a slice of toasted baguette if desired.

Recipe Notes

Nutrition Information

Nutrition Facts
Summer Squash Noodles with Shrimp and Dill
Amount per Serving
Calories
289
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
10
g
15
%
Saturated Fat
 
4
g
25
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
5
g
Cholesterol
 
198
mg
66
%
Sodium
 
1079
mg
47
%
Carbohydrates
 
26
g
9
%
Fiber
 
6
g
25
%
Sugar
 
16
g
18
%
Protein
 
26
g
52
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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Author: Lynne Webb | 

Course: Seafood
 | 
Cuisine: American

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