Our simple Keto Shrimp Scampi recipe focuses on both ease and taste, making it a top choice for your low-carb eating plan. It combines the flavors of garlic, lemon, olive oil, and Parmesan cheese. This one-pan meal is sure to become a regular in your weeknight dinner routine. If 30-minute dinners are your thing, then you'll fall in love with this dish that's ready in just 20! Let's dive into the details!

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- Preparation and cooking overview
- Chef's note
- π€ Ingredients for this keto shrimp scampi recipe
- Ingredient substitutions
- Additional ingredients
- Cooking tools required
- Tool substitutes list
- How to make Keto Shrimp Scampi: step-by-step guide
- Cooking methods
- Preparation steps
- Cooking instructions
- What to serve with keto shrimp scampi?
- How to make it healthier?
- Time-saving tips
- What can I prepare ahead of time?
- Storage and reheating instructions
- Recipe wrap-up and conclusion
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Preparation and cooking overview
Preparing this keto shrimp scampi recipe is a breeze. Begin by peeling and deveining the shrimp, then sautΓ© diced onion and minced garlic until softened. Add lemon zest, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, white wine, and lemon juice, and cook for a while. Finish by garnishing with parsley and Parmesan, creating a delicious low-carb dish ready in only 20 minutes.
Chef's note
For a dairy-free twist on this Shrimp Scampi Recipe, swap out the butter with vegan butter, such as Miyoko's, and replace the Parmesan cheese with a delectable vegan parm, like Violife!
π€ Ingredients for this keto shrimp scampi recipe
Let's make some low-carb shrimp scampi with the following simple ingredients!

Ingredient substitutions
Additional ingredients
Want to elevate the flavors of this garlic shrimp recipe? Here are some delicious keto-friendly additional ingredients!
Cooking tools required
To make this shrimp scampi recipe, you will need the following kitchen tools:
Tool substitutes list

How to make Keto Shrimp Scampi: step-by-step guide
Cooking methods
Preparation steps
- Gather and measure all the ingredients.
- Peel and devein the shrimp, then pat them dry with paper towels.
- Dice the onion and mince the garlic.
- Zest the lemon and juice it to get lemon zest and juice ready.
- Chop fresh parsley for garnish and shave the Parmesan cheese.
Cooking instructions
- Place the olive oil and butter in a 10" or larger cast-iron skillet over medium heat.
- Once hot, add the onion and cook until soft and translucent, about 3-5 minutes.
- Add garlic, red pepper flakes, Italian seasoning, and lemon zest, and cook until garlic is fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Add white wine and lemon juice, and cook to reduce the sauce for about 5 minutes.
- Add in shrimp and cook until they turn pink, about 3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with parmesan cheese and parsley to serve.
Chef's pro tip
To ensure tender and juicy shrimp, avoid overcooking. As soon as the shrimp turn pink, remove them from the heat. This guarantees a delightful texture in your keto scampi.
What to serve with keto shrimp scampi?
How to make it healthier?
Time-saving tips
What can I prepare ahead of time?
Storage and reheating instructions
Storage tips
Store the leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It's best consumed within 3-4 days for optimal taste and freshness.
Reheating best practices
Recipe wrap-up and conclusion
Our Keto Shrimp Scampi is a go-to delicious dish that is pure magic for your weeknight dinners. Who knew you could create a low-carb shrimp scampi recipe in 20 minutes?
So gather your ingredients, prepare with love, and enjoy the tasty results. Cheers to a happy and fulfilling lifestyle, one delicious bite at a time!
Don't just stop! We have more keto shrimp recipes at CIK that will be a part of your meal rotationπ

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Keto Shrimp Scampi
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Β½ medium onion diced (about 50 grams)
- 4 cloves minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- Β½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- Β½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Β½ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
- Juice and zest of 1 lemon
- 1 cup dry white wine such as a pinot grigio
- 1 pound shrimp deveined and peeled
- Fresh parsley for garnish
- Shaved Parmesan cheese for garnish
Instructions
- Place the olive oil and butter in a 10" or larger cast-iron skillet over medium heat.
- Once hot, add the onion and cook until soft and translucent, about 3-5 minutes.
- Add garlic, red pepper flakes, Italian seasoning, and lemon zest, and cook until garlic is fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Add white wine and lemon juice, and cook to reduce the sauce for about 5 minutes.
- Add in shrimp and cook until they turn pink, about 3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with parmesan cheese and parsley to serve.
Scott says
Best ever!
Alex says
FYI, it is NOT dairy free if it contains butter and cheese...
Cast Iron Keto says
FYI, read the post and you'll see that there's an entire section about how to make this recipe dairy-free. Would have been quicker than leaving a rude comment.
Sara says
Made this tonight it was absolutely delicious. I will totally be making this again!!. Worked great for my family since Iβm the only one who does keto. I made mine with riced cauliflower and everyone else had pasta. Thanks for this recipe!!!
Kay says
Want to try this as I really like shrimp scampi. Is there any substitute I could use besides white wine? Thanks
Kay says
I really want to try this recipe, as it sounds so simple and I really like shrimp scampi. Is there anything I can substitute for white wine? Thanks
Cast Iron Keto says
Hi Kay, you can sub in broth for the wine.
Marie Rodriguez says
Definitely making this again. Made a lifestyle change where *most* keto diets fit my need. This was a great find. Couple subs due to availability: shallots instead of onion and Trader Joeβs Blanc de Blanc for the white wine. No cheese bc Iβm dairy-free. Had some cold shrimp left over from last night βs cocktail app and this really moved the leftovers. *chef kiss*
Dani McLeod says
Easy - Peasy and tasty with homemade Texas Toast π