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Zesty Zoodle Zing with Shrimp Surprise!
Picture this: a luscious bowl of twirl-worthy zucchini noodles, generously adorned with succulent, plump shrimp. Can you taste the delight already? Well, buckle up, because today’s recipe is a whimsical twist on the classic creamy shrimp and noodles, promising all the flavor with half the guilt!
What You’ll Need:
- 4 zucchinis
- ½ cup macadamia nuts
- 2 cups fresh basil leaves
- 2 garlic cloves
- ⅓ cup nutritional yeast
- A dash of sea salt
- Juice of ½ a lemon
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 2 dozen large shrimp
Instructions:
Creating the Zany Zoodles:
- Grab your zucchinis and work some magic with a vegetable peeler, turning them into long, flat noodles. Watch out for those zucchini seeds—they’re not invited to this zoodle party. Toss those zucchini ribbons into a bowl; the noodle extravaganza is about to begin!
Crafting the Pesto Pizzazz:
- In the food processor, throw in the macadamia nuts, basil leaves, garlic, nutritional yeast, a pinch of sea salt, and a squeeze of lemon juice. Hit the pulse button until it transforms into a pesto masterpiece. Drizzle in the olive oil for that extra pizzazz.
- Give those shrimp a makeover by peeling and deveining them. Off with the tail and shell—they won’t be needing those.
Bringing it All Together:
- It’s time for the zucchini noodles to shine! Steam them for about 5 minutes until they reach peak tenderness. Transfer these zesty strands into a bowl that’s ready for the noodle party.
- Get those shrimp ready for their close-up—steam them for a mere 3 minutes until they turn into vibrant pink superstars.
- Now, let the grand finale commence! Combine the zucchini noodles with the pesto sensation and crown it all with the warm, steamed shrimp. Get ready to savor the surprise in every delightful bite.
Nutrition Carnival:
One serving is a mere 328 calories of pure delight, boasting 28g of fabulous fat, 15g of zesty carbohydrates, 0g of sugar (take that, sweet tooth!), 85mg of sodium (just a dash), 8g of fiber for the zoodle enthusiasts, and a whopping 12g of protein for the shrimp lovers. Brace yourself for a carnival of flavors that won’t disappoint!
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