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15 Minute Spicy Shrimp with Pesto Noodles

URL: https://pinchofyum.com/15-minute-spicy-shrimp-with-pesto-noodles

Ingredients

The Pesto

  • 1 cup kale
  • 1 cup spinach
  • 1 cup mixed basil and/or parsley
  • ¾ cup almonds
  • ½ cup olive oil
  • ¼ cup water
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • juice of 1 lemon

The Shrimp and Noodles

  • 1 tablespoon butter or oil
  • 1 lb. shrimp
  • 1–2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1–2 teaspoons cumin
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • 4 medium zucchini

Instructions

  1. Prepare the pesto by blending all pesto ingredients until smooth and set aside one cup for later use.
  2. Heat butter or oil in a pan over medium-high heat and add the shrimp, tossing with spices until fully cooked.
  3. Spiralize or cut zucchini into noodle shapes and toss with the reserved pesto.
  4. Top the zucchini noodles with the cooked shrimp and serve.

Nutrition Facts (estimated)

Servings
4
Calories
300
Total fat
18g
Total carbohydrates
12g
Total protein
25g
Sodium
400mg
Cholesterol
200mg

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