It can be a bit tricky to follow a no-carb or low carb diet. There are times when the cravings for foods that are loaded in carbs can be quite overwhelming. Often times, one of the worst cravings a person who has recently started following a low carb or no carb diet will have is for pasta. You want to enjoy your favorite meals.
The good news is that you can follow a low carb diet and not give up some of your favorite pasta dishes. There are many great recipes for pasta dishes that will allow you to enjoy your favorites in a low carb version. Here you will find a list of 15 low carb pasta salad recipes that will help you remain on your low carb diet without giving up some of your favorite pasta dishes. These recipes are low in carbs, healthy, and most importantly taste delicious.
1. Zucchini Shrimp Scampi
What you need:
2 tbsp butter
1 lb shrimp, deveined and peeled
3 cloves minced garlic
½ tsp red pepper flakes
¼ cup chicken stock
1 lemon, juiced
Salt and pepper
1 and a half pounds of zucchini, spiralized
2 tbsp parmesan
2 tbsp parsley leaves, chopped
To make:
Melt the butter in a large skillet. Add the shrimp to the skillet. Stir in the garlic and the red pepper flakes. Cook the shrimp until they turn pink. This will take about two or three minutes. Stir in the lemon juice and the chicken stock. Season with some salt and pepper to taste.
Bring the mixture to a simmer and then stir in the zucchini noodles. Mix until everything is well combined, about a minute or two. Serve the dish immediately. Garnish with some parsley and parmesan if desired. You will love this shrimp scampi and will not miss the pasta!