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Keto Shrimp Spaghetti Squash & Basil

Keto Shrimp Spaghetti Squash & Basil: Quick & Delicious Dinner

A quick and delicious Keto Shrimp Spaghetti Squash & Basil recipe, combining garlic shrimp and spaghetti squash for a low-carb delight.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian, Keto
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound Raw Peeled Shrimp Choose raw shrimp for best flavor
  • to taste Salt Essential for enhancing the shrimp's natural flavors
  • to taste Black Pepper Freshly cracked adds kick
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Great for sautéing
  • 3-4 cloves Garlic Use fresh for best flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Adds creamy richness; can be replaced with ghee
  • ½ cup Fresh Basil Provides a fragrant touch
For the 'Pasta'
  • 1 medium Spaghetti Squash The star of this keto dish

Equipment

  • large sauté pan
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Cut spaghetti squash in half, scoop out seeds, place cut-side down on a lined baking sheet. Roast for about 40 minutes.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large sauté pan over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add raw shrimp to the pan and sauté for approximately 5 minutes until pink and opaque. Remove from pan and set aside.
  4. Add minced basil to the sauté pan and stir. Cook for 1 minute, then return shrimp to the pan.
  5. Scrape spaghetti squash into strands with a fork after roasting, add to sauté pan with butter. Mix well.
  6. Cook mixture for an additional 1-2 minutes, ensuring everything is well combined and heated through.
  7. Serve warm, optionally garnishing with extra fresh basil or Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 6.6gProtein: 29gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 750IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Combine with additional veggies like cherry tomatoes or mushrooms for extra nutrition. A squeeze of lemon juice enhances flavors just before serving.

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