This quick and easy dinner features juicy Cajun shrimp and crisp zucchini noodles tossed in a silky, whipped cottage cheese Cajun dressing. Perfect for a high protein, low carb, healthy summer meal!
Course Main Course
Prep Time 10 minutesminutes
Cook Time 10 minutesminutes
Servings 4
Ingredients
2PoundsLarge Shrimp, Shelled and Deveined
6LargeZucchini, Spiralized
1.5CupsWhipped Cottage Cheese (Fat Free)
2.5TblCajun Seasoning
1.5TblOlive Oil
2Garlic Cloves, Minced
3TblLemon Juice
1.5TspPaprika
Salt/Pepper to Taste
Fresh or Dried Parsley, for garnish
Instructions
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Toss shrimp with Cajun seasoning and sauté until pink and slightly charred, about 2-3 minutes per side.
In a small blender, combine whipped cottage cheese, lemon juice, paprika, garlic, salt, and pepper. Blend until silky smooth.
Lightly sauté spiralized zucchini noodles in the same skillet for 1-2 minutes, just until warmed but still firm.
In a large mixing bowl, toss zoodles and shrimp with the creamy Cajun dressing until fully coated. Sprinkle with fresh parsley and a little extra Cajun seasoning, if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!
This makes 4 large zoodle bowls. Each bowl on WW is 2 WW Points. Enjoy!