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Published: Feb 17, 2015 · Modified: Oct 21, 2020 by Nancy · This post may contain affiliate links · This blog generates income via ads

Creamy Lemon Herb Shrimp on Zucchini Noodles

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This healthy and gluten free Creamy Lemon Herb Shrimp bursts with fresh flavor! This easy, weeknight friendly one dish meal is pretty enough for company! Creamy Lemon Herb Shrimp on Zucchini Noodles

I've lived in Orange County for over 25 years, and yet I am still finding new "gems" in my own backyard. New (to me at least) shops, restaurants and of course, markets.  For years, acres of orange trees and farms dominated the landscape of Orange County and market stands were plentiful. Sadly, many of those groves and fields have been replaced by housing tracts - but a few small farms do remain, including  Manaserro Farms, a small, family owned organic farm with several locations in Orange County, Ca.

Recently, I attended a cooking class at their Irvine market location, taught by Ann Manaserro, a certified Yoga instructor as well as a gifted and talented cook. Ann teaches several classes a month focusing on  creative and nutritious dishes using Manaserro Farms beautiful produce. The classes are held in their darling, open air market located on their farm in Irvine, Ca.

This healthy and gluten free Creamy Lemon Herb Shrimp bursts with fresh flavor! This easy, weeknight friendly one dish meal is pretty enough for company!

Class topics range from wine and appetizer pairings, to juicing to recipes based on paleo, raw and gluten free diets. In addition to teaching classes, Ann also hosts classes taught by local chefs including Zov Kamaradian of Zov's Bistro and Pascal Olhats.

Armed with glasses of wine and plush throws to ward off any chill,  class attendees are treated to Ann's easy going and humor filled presentation where she dishes up cooking, nutrition and produce tips to accompany the delicious recipes she shares.

Ann demonstrated a lovely Zucchini and Quinoa Salad with Walnuts, Zucchini Noodles with Meat Sauce and Double Chocolate Chunk Walnut Cookies from The SkinnyTaste Cookbook, as well as incredibly easy No Bake Coconut Date Bars.

All the dishes were delicious - but it was the zucchini "noodles" I couldn't get out of my head and was the jumping off point for this Creamy Lemon Herb Shrimp with Zucchini Noodles.  Inspired by how easy these noodles were I couldn't wait to get home and start experimenting with them. One of my favorite pasta dishes is Shrimp Scampi, so I amped up the herbs and added a bit of preserved lemon to the mix. With all the calories I was saving by using the zucchini noodles, I decided to splurge a bit and top each serving with a small dollop of creme fraiche - and I have to tell you, I think I like this Creamy Lemon Herb Shrimp with Zucchini Noodles as much as Shrimp Scampi!

This healthy and gluten free Creamy Lemon Herb Shrimp bursts with fresh flavor! This easy, weeknight friendly one dish meal is pretty enough for company!

This healthy and gluten free Creamy Lemon Herb Shrimp bursts with fresh flavor! This easy, weeknight friendly one dish meal is pretty enough for company!

Creamy Lemon Herb Shrimp on Zucchini Noodles

This incredibly easy main dish is so incredibly flavorful you won't even miss the pasta!!!
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Course: main dish
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 289kcal
Author: Nancy Buchanan

Ingredients

  • 6 small zucchini scrubbed
  • 1 Tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 1 Tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 lb. peeled and deveined shrimp rinsed and dried well
  • ½ cup dry white wine
  • ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 2 shallots
  • 2 Tablespoons fresh Italian parsley minced
  • 1 Tablespoon fresh dill minced
  • 2 Tablespoons preserved lemon minced
  • ¼ teaspoon white pepper
  • ¼ cup creme fraiche

Instructions

  • Using a spiral slicer, cut the zucchini into long ribbons. Place zucchini ribbons into a mesh strainer. Sprinkle with salt and toss. Place strainer over a bowl to drain.
  • Mince the garlic cloves and place into a mortar and pestle. Sprinkle with salt and mash until a paste is formed. Set aside.
  • Peel and mince the shallots.
  • Mince the herbs and the preserved lemon, if using.
  • Rinse the zucchini ribbons and then dry on paper towels, blotting heavily.
  • Heat a large saute pan over medium high heat. Add the butter and olive oil. When the butter has stopped foaming, add the shrimp. Saute until the shrimp are nicely pink and still slightly opaque in the center - about 3 - 5 minutes. Remove shrimp from the pan and set aside. Add the shallots and garlic. Saute for 1 - 2 minutes, being careful not to burn the garlic. Add the white wine and lemon juice. Bring the mixture to a boil while scraping the bottom of the pan. Reduce heat to medium and add the zucchini, herbs, preserved lemon and white pepper, stirring well. Return the shrimp to the pan and, using tongs, stir and toss the ingredients. Divide the shrimp and zucchini noodles evenly between 4 plates. Top with 1 Tablespoon of creme fraiche and serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 289kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 300mg | Sodium: 921mg | Potassium: 968mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 935IU | Vitamin C: 67.3mg | Calcium: 240mg | Iron: 3.9mg
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  1. Joanne says

    February 18, 2015 at 12:02 pm

    5 stars
    This looks so delicious! Thank you!

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    • Nancy says

      February 18, 2015 at 5:14 pm

      Thank you Joanne - hope you enjoy the dish!!

      Reply
  2. Karen (Back Road Journal) says

    February 24, 2015 at 12:35 pm

    What a light, tasty and pretty dish you created.

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    • Nancy says

      February 24, 2015 at 3:27 pm

      Hello Karen!! Thank you so much!!!

      Reply
  3. Thalia @ butter and brioche says

    March 12, 2015 at 2:11 pm

    I love the idea of zucchini noodles.. so healthy & nutrition filled! This is a perfect dish.

    Reply
    • Nancy says

      March 13, 2015 at 8:35 am

      Thank you Thalia!!! I was amazed at how good the "zoodles" were!

      Reply

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