Spaghetti Squash Shrimp Scampi

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 500 degrees F.

Step 2

Cut squash in half lengthways and scrape out the seeds and slimy part of the squash. (If this confuses you, google a video on how to prep a spaghetti squash)

Step 3

Drizzle the inside of the squash with olive oil (about a tablespoon) sprinkle with salt & pepper.

Step 4

Place the squash on a baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes uncovered.

Step 5

Once the squash is done, grab a fork and scrape out the squash flesh to make spaghetti like strings, set aside.

Step 6

Chop the leaves of the parsley into small pieces and place into a bowl.

Step 7

Zest the lemon & add it to the parsley.

Step 8

Juice lemon, set aside.

Step 9

Mince garlic, set aside.

Step 10

Preheat a skillet on medium heat.

Step 11

If you are using frozen shrimp, let them sit under cold running water for 5 minutes in a colander. (Skip if they are fresh)

Step 12

Once skillet is hot, add butter ( 4 tablespoons) & olive oil ( 1 tablespoon).

Step 13

Add garlic & crushed red pepper to skillet, stir until fragrant.

Step 14

Add shrimp to skillet, tossing occasionally. Cook through until opaque ( about 4 minutes).

Step 15

Add the lemon juice, lemon zest & parsley to the shrimp, toss together.

Step 16

Plate your noodle like squash and top with the Shrimp Scampi.

Step 17

Top with Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper & parsley.