Shrimp Scampi with Zucchini, Red Bell Peppers and Pesto Recipe
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8.4g
Net Atkins Count TM
Net Atkins Count TM
Prep Time: 20 Minutes
Style:American
Cook Time: 10 Minutes
Phase: Phase 2
Difficulty: Difficult
Style:American
Cook Time: 10 Minutes
Phase: Phase 2
Difficulty: Difficult
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48.9g
Protein
40.6g
Fat
1.6g
Fiber
645.3cal
Calories
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×INGREDIENTS
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0 1/4 Keto Basil Pesto
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4 tsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
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1 Tbsp Lemon Juice
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0 1/3 medium Zucchini
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1 oz Roasted Bell Peppers
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1 tablespoon Unsalted Butter Stick
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0 1/2 lb Shrimp
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1 tsp Garlic
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2 fl oz Sauvignon Blanc Wine
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2 tbsp Parsley
DIRECTIONS
Use the Atkins recipe for Basil Pesto as a marinade, you will need 1 tablespoon.- In a small bowl, combine 1 tbsp pesto, oil and 1/2 Tbsp lemon juice (2 teaspoons). Season to taste with salt and pepper. Arrange zucchini cut into slices, overlapping slightly, on a platter.
- Top with roasted red pepper cut into strips and drizzle pesto mixture on top. Cover and let stand at least 1 hour for flavors to blend.
- Heat butter and oil in a heavy skillet over high heat until foam subsides. Add shrimp and saute, stirring frequently, until shrimp are pink and slightly golden, about 4 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and sauté until aroma is released, about 1 minute.
- Add wine, parsley, remaining lemon juice (1 teaspoon), salt, pepper and red pepper flakes to taste. Bring to a boil, lower heat and simmer to heat through. Serve immediately.
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