Garlic Shrimp with Cilantro Spaghetti Squash

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Garlicky shrimp are served on top of buttery, cilantro-flecked spaghetti squash in this quick, healthy dinner recipe inspired by shrimp scampi. Pair with a side of sautéed greens, such as kale, collards or spinach.

Cook Time:
25 mins
Total Time:
25 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 servings
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Ingredients

  • 1 2 1/2- to 3-pound spaghetti squash, halved lengthwise and seeded

  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic

  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander

  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin

  • ½ teaspoon salt, divided

  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper

  • cup dry white wine, such as pinot grigio

  • 1 pound peeled and deveined raw shrimp (16-20 per pound), tails left on if desired

  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

  • ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

  • 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper

  • Lemon wedges for serving

Directions

  1. Place squash cut-side down in a microwave-safe dish; add 2 tablespoons water. Microwave, uncovered, on High until the flesh is tender, about 10 minutes. (Alternatively, place squash halves cut-side down on a rimmed baking sheet. Bake in a 400 degrees F oven until the squash is tender, 40 to 50 minutes.)

  2. Meanwhile, heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic, coriander, cumin, 1/4 teaspoon salt and cayenne; cook, stirring, for 30 seconds. Add wine and bring to a simmer. Add shrimp and cook, stirring, until the shrimp are pink and just cooked through, 3 to 4 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice.

  3. Use a fork to scrape the squash from the shells into a medium bowl. Add cilantro, butter, pepper and the remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt; stir to combine. Serve the shrimp over the spaghetti squash with a lemon wedge on the side.

    Garlic Shrimp with Cilantro Spaghetti Squash

Tips

Cut Down on Dishes: A rimmed baking sheet is great for everything from roasting to catching accidental drips and spills. For effortless cleanup and to keep your baking sheets in tip-top shape, line them with a layer of foil before each use.

Originally appeared: EatingWell Magazine, November/December 2014

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

266 Calories
14g Fat
10g Carbs
24g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Serving Size 2/3 cup shrimp & 3/4 cup squash
Calories 266
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 10g 3%
Dietary Fiber 2g 8%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 24g 48%
Total Fat 14g 18%
Saturated Fat 5g 24%
Cholesterol 198mg 66%
Vitamin A 627IU 13%
Vitamin C 7mg 7%
Folate 11mcg 3%
Sodium 450mg 20%
Calcium 112mg 9%
Iron 1mg 7%
Magnesium 56mg 13%
Potassium 473mg 10%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.

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