Cajun Shrimp and Veggies

Spicy and savory, this Cajun Shrimp and Veggies dish is a vibrant mix of shrimp and fresh vegetables, seasoned with a bold Cajun spice blend.

NewPublished Feb 18, 2026
Prep Time20 min
Cook Time15 min
Total35 min
Servings4
DifficultyEasy

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Cajun Shrimp and Veggies in a skillet

Ingredients

Servings4

Yields 4 servings

  • (1 lb) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • (1) red bell pepper, sliced
  • (1) yellow bell pepper, sliced
  • (1) zucchini, sliced
  • (1) red onion, sliced
  • (2 tbsp) olive oil
  • (1 tbsp) Cajun seasoning
  • (2 cloves) garlic, minced
  • (1/2 tsp) salt
  • (1/4 tsp) black pepper
  • (1/4 cups) fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a large bowl, combine the (1 lb) shrimp with (1 tbsp) Cajun seasoning, (1/2 tsp) salt, and (1/4 tsp) black pepper. Toss to coat the shrimp evenly and set aside.

  2. 2

    In a large skillet, heat (2 tbsp) olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the (2 cloves) garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.

  3. 3

    Next, add the (1) sliced red onion, (1) sliced red bell pepper, (1) sliced yellow bell pepper, and (1) sliced zucchini to the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the veggies are tender but still crisp.

  4. 4

    Add the seasoned shrimp to the skillet and cook for an additional 4-5 minutes until the shrimp are pink and opaque, stirring occasionally.

  5. 5

    Remove from heat and sprinkle with (1/4 cup) chopped fresh parsley before serving.

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