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Spaghetti squash shrimp scampi finished product with crushed red pepper in small bowl
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Spaghetti Squash Shrimp Scampi

The light and delicious texture of this Spaghetti Squash Shrimp Scampi is the perfect easy weeknight meal! Comfort food without the carbs!
Course Entree
Cuisine American
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
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Total Time 55 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 233kcal
Author Yumna Jawad

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Place the spaghetti squash on a cutting board and slice 1-2 inch rings all the way across the spaghetti squash, keeping the rings as even as possible.
  • Carefully place the squash rings on the baking pan with space between each. Melt 1 tablespoon of butter. Brush the tops of the squash with the melted butter.
  • Roast in the oven until tender, about 30-40 minutes. Pull the squash strands apart with a fork and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and crushed red pepper and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add the shrimp and cook until opaque and pink, about 2 minutes per side. Remove the shrimp from the pan and set aside in a bowl.
  • In the same skillet, add the spinach and stir until it wilts, about 1 minute. Stir in the vegetable broth and lemon juice and simmer until slightly reduced, 2 minutes.
  • Return the shrimp and any juices from the bowl to the skillet along with the spaghetti squash strands and carefully toss to combine.
  • Serve with lemon wedges, parsley and parmesan cheese, if desired.

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Notes

Storage: Add leftovers to an airtight container and eat within 2-3 days. 

Nutrition

Calories: 233kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 165mg | Sodium: 789mg | Potassium: 560mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 4068IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 151mg | Iron: 2mg