Description
A delightful twist on traditional shrimp scampi using spaghetti squash instead of pasta.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium spaghetti squash (about 3 pounds total)
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 cup dry white wine (such as Sauvignon Blanc)
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Grated Parmesan cheese for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F. Cut the spaghetti squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds. Drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Place cut-side down on a baking sheet and roast for 40-45 minutes, or until tender.
- While the squash is roasting, heat the butter and remaining olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the shrimp to the skillet, cooking for 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pink and opaque.
- Pour in the white wine, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Let it simmer for about 2-3 minutes until slightly reduced.
- Once the spaghetti squash is done, use a fork to scrape the flesh into strands. Add the squash strands to the skillet with the shrimp mixture. Toss to combine and heat through.
- Stir in the chopped parsley and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. Serve immediately, topped with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute half of the butter with additional olive oil.
- Add vegetables like spinach or cherry tomatoes to the skillet for extra flavor and nutrition.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Roasting and Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 200mg