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Shrimp Scampi with Spaghetti Squash

Baked Shrimp Scampi with Spaghetti Squash is a delicious, healthier version of scampi. Make this squash noodles recipe for an easy pasta replacement for the 21 Day Fix, 2B Mindset, and WW!
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Diet: Gluten Free
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 320kcal
Author: Nancylynn

Ingredients

  • 1 medium spaghetti squash cooked and shredded
  • 1 1/4 lbs shrimp
  • 1 tablespoon + 1 teaspoon butter flavored olive oil butter, vegan butter, or olive oil
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • ¼ shallot diced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh Italian parsley diced
  • 1 teaspoon sea or Himalayan salt
  • ½ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
  • 2/3 cup organic low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Balsamic Vinegar optional - you can sub with extra lemon juice or regular balsamic
  • 1/2 slice gluten free or whole wheat bread pulsed in blender to make bread crumbs (optional)
  • 2/3 cup good Parmesan cheese divided

Instructions

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon zest and juice, garlic, shallots, 1 T parsley, salt, pepper, chicken broth and vinegar. Add shrimp and let sit for 20 min.
  • Spray a casserole dish with cooking spray and cover the bottom with the cooked spaghetti squash.
  • Pour the shrimp mixture over the top of the squash. Sprinkle with 1/3 of the Parmesan cheese.
  • Bake at 400 deg. for 20 min or until the shrimp start to turn pink.
  • If using the breadcrumbs, spray a small pan with olive oil spray and toast the breadcrumbs on medium heat for a few minutes until browned.
  • Sprinkle casserole pan with breadcrumbs and the remaining cheese and bake for another 5-10 min.
  • Remove from the oven and sprinkle the remaining parsley over the top.

Notes

21 Day Fix: 1 RED, 1 GREEN, 1/2 BLUE, 1 tsp, trace YELLOW (per serving)
WW: 4 points (per serving)

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 37g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 240mg | Sodium: 1087mg | Potassium: 720mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 599IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 361mg | Iron: 2mg