Shrimp Zucchini Boats

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Nutritional Info
  • Servings Per Recipe: 6
  • Amount Per Serving
  • Calories: 201.7
  • Total Fat: 8.4 g
  • Cholesterol: 169.7 mg
  • Sodium: 453.3 mg
  • Total Carbs: 8.6 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 2.9 g
  • Protein: 23.9 g

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Introduction

Low Carb Low Fat Shrimp Zucchini Boats Low Carb Low Fat Shrimp Zucchini Boats
Number of Servings: 6

Ingredients

    1 lb Shrimp - Publix Large White
    1 tsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
    2 tbsp President Butter Salted
    3 oz (80 gram) Artichoke Hearts - Vigo
    3 large Zucchini
    3 cloves Garlic
    .5 cup Parmesan Cheese, grated
    1 tbsp Lemon Juice

Tips

You can lower the cals and fat by replacing the butter with EVOO.


Directions

1. Slice each zucchini in half lengthwise. Scoop out the center in order to create a well. Roughly chop and save all of the zucchini that you scoop out for later.
2. Spray or brush zucchini boats with olive oil. Season with S&P. Heat a grill over medium high heat and set the oiled zucchini boats cut side down. grill for about 5 minutes without turning in order to seal. Alternatively, you can bake in a 450 degree oven, cut side down, for 5-10 minutes. Set aside.
3. In a large skillet over medium high heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter.
4. Add shrimp to hot melted butter. Add lemon juice. Allow to cook until bottom side starts to turn golden brown, about 5 minutes, turn and cook for another minute. Transfer to a bowl and set aside.
5. In same pan melt remaining 2 tablespoons of butter. Add remaining zucchini and artichoke hearts. Cook until soft, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and saute for another 1-2 minutes.
6. Place grilled zucchini boats on a baking sheet. Fill with cooked zucchini filling. Tear each shrimp into smaller pieces and place on top of zucchini filling. Top with grated parmesan cheese.
7. Heat under broiler until cheese turns golden brown, about 5 minutes. Serve warm.

Notes:
Serving size equals one zucchini boat.

Serving Size: makes 6 boats