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Mediterranean Shrimp & Zucchini Ribbon Skillet

  • Prep 8 min
  • Cook 12 min
  • Total 20 min
  • Serves 1
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Mediterranean Shrimp & Zucchini Ribbon Skillet

Why this works

This high-protein Mediterranean meal is fresh, colorful and ready in just 20 minutes. Thin zucchini ribbons replace heavy ingredients while juicy shrimp, tomatoes and lemon create a light, vibrant meal that's perfect for busy evenings.

It combines protein, fiber and healthy fats, which makes it a satisfying choice for lunch or dinner.

Ingredients

1 serving

  • 180g raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 medium zucchini
  • 8 cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • Juice of ½ lemon
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 1 tbsp grated Parmesan
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
  • Sea salt
  • Black pepper
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Instructions

  1. Using a vegetable peeler, slice the zucchini into long ribbons.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add the shrimp, season with salt and black pepper and cook for about 2 minutes per side until pink. Remove from the pan.
  4. In the same skillet, add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  5. Add the cherry tomatoes and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until they begin to burst.
  6. Add the zucchini ribbons and gently toss for 1 to 2 minutes. They should stay slightly firm.
  7. Return the shrimp to the skillet.
  8. Stir in the lemon juice, lemon zest and Parmesan.
  9. Finish with fresh parsley and gently toss everything together.
  10. Serve immediately.

  • 8 minPrep time
  • 12 minCook time
  • 20 minTotal time

My meal habit

Before a meal like this, I usually enjoy a few crunchy vegetables as a simple starter. If I'm adding bread or another carbohydrate, I enjoy it as part of the meal alongside the shrimp and vegetables.

I lost 24kg without giving up the foods I love. I learned to change the way I ate instead of constantly trying to eat less or follow another restrictive plan.

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