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Quick Spaghetti Squash Shrimp Scampi Recipe

A light and flavorful dish featuring spaghetti squash tossed with shrimp in a garlic butter sauce, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

Spaghetti Squash
  • 1 medium spaghetti squash halved lengthwise and seeds removed
Shrimp
  • 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined
Sauce Ingredients
  • 4 tablespoons butter divided
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/4 cup white wine or chicken broth
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1/4 cup parsley chopped for garnish
Seasoning
  • salt to taste salt
  • pepper to taste black pepper

Method
 

Prepare the Spaghetti Squash
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Place the halved spaghetti squash cut-side down on a baking sheet and roast for 30-40 minutes until tender.
  2. Once cooked, use a fork to scrape the flesh into spaghetti-like strands.
Cook the Shrimp
  1. In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  2. Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes until they turn pink.
  3. Pour in the white wine (or chicken broth) and add red pepper flakes. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce reduces slightly.
Combine and Serve
  1. Stir in the remaining butter and lemon juice, then add the spaghetti squash strands to the skillet. Toss everything together until well combined.
  2. Season with salt and pepper to taste, then garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gFiber: 4gSugar: 3g

Notes

This dish can be served immediately and is best enjoyed fresh. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

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