Cajun Shrimp and Sausage with Vegetables is a one-pan healthy meal option for any night of the week. This simple dish comes together quickly and is packed with flavor. Vary the veggies with what you have on hand, making it perfect for using up leftovers.
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❤️ Why you'll love this recipe
- Shrimp and sausage are sauteed in a savory garlic sauce.
- This Cajun shrimp recipe is a healthy, easy, and delicious meal that's perfect for busy weeknights.
- Cajun shrimp and sausage is low-carb and keto-friendly.
- This is a great meal to use up leftover veggies in the saute.
Ingredients
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- jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined
- extra virgin olive oil, divided
- andouille sausage links
- white onion, peeled and finely diced
- garlic, peeled and minced
- orange or bell pepper, seeded and finely diced
- green bell pepper, seeded and finely diced
- homemade Cajun seasoning
- salt and black pepper, to taste
- yellow squash, sliced and cut into half rounds
- zucchini, sliced and cut into half rounds
- fresh parsley
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Instructions
This is an overview of the recipe. The full instructions are below in the recipe card.
- Toss the shrimp with 1 Tablespoon olive oil and ½ Tablespoon Cajun seasoning. Set aside.
- Set a large skillet over medium heat and add the Andouille sausage. Saute, stirring occasionally, until the sausage is browned, approximately 4-5 minutes. Transfer sausage to a plate and set aside.
- Add 1 Tablespoon olive oil to the skillet, along with the seasoned shrimp. Spread the shrimp into a single layer without overcrowding. Cook, stirring once until the shrimp is opaque and starts to curl approximately 2 minutes. Do not overcook. Transfer shrimp to the plate with the sausage.
- Mix the remaining olive oil in the skillet and add the onion, garlic, and diced bell pepper. Sprinkle with ½ Tablespoon Cajun seasoning, stir to combine. Cook, stirring frequently until the vegetables soften and develop color, approximately 4-5 minutes.
- Add yellow squash and zucchini to the skillet. Saute stirring frequently, until browned, crisp, and tender, approximately 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in the Andouille sausage, shrimp, and fresh parsley. Stir to combine and serve immediately. Enjoy!
- Stir to combine. Taste for seasoning, if needed, add a bit more Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. serve immediately.
- Optional, garnish with chopped parsley. Serve and enjoy.
Storage
Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator in a covered airtight container for up to 3 days. reheat in the microwave or stovetop. I prefer to reheat on the stovetop.
Expert Tips
- Frozen shrimp can be used in this recipe. Just make sure they are thawed before using.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes! You can use any variety of smoked sausage in this recipe.
Yes, you can add any variety of your favorite sauteed vegetables. Mushrooms would be delicious in this recipe.
This is a great recipe to use up leftover veggies too.
I prefer to heat on the stovetop in a skillet with a small amount of oil for a fresh-made taste.
I like to cook my shrimp separately from the vegetables because they cook faster than veggies, and you don't want to overcook them.
No, you do not have to boil shrimp before sauteing.
This recipe does have some heat to it. You can adjust the amount of Cajun seasoning to your preference.
Serving Suggestions
Looking to increase your fiber, serve with Instant Pot Quinoa.
A simple arugula salad would be delicious and the lemon vinaigrette will complement the cajun spice in this recipe.
Bang Bang Cauliflower would be delicious paired with the shrimp saute.
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Cajun Shrimp and Sausage Recipe
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Ingredients
- 1 pound jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided
- 3 (3) ounce andouille sausage links, sliced ½ inch thick Note 1
- ½ medium white onion, peeled and finely diced
- 2-3 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
- 1 medium orange or bell pepper, seeded and finely diced
- 1 medium green bell pepper, seeded and finely diced
- 1-2 Tablespoons homemade Cajun seasoning divided, can use store-bought Note 2
- salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 small yellow squash, sliced and cut into half rounds
- 1 small zucchini, sliced and cut into half rounds
- 2 teaspoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Toss the shrimp with 1 Tablespoon olive oil and ½ Tablespoon Cajun seasoning. Set aside.
- Set a large skillet over medium heat and add the Andouille sausage. Saute, stirring occasionally, until the sausage is browned, approximately 4-5 minutes. Transfer sausage to a plate and set aside.
- Add 1 Tablespoon olive oil to the skillet, along with the seasoned shrimp. Spread the shrimp into a single layer without overcrowding. Cook, stirring once, just until the shrimp is opaque and starts to curl, approximately 2 minutes. Do not overcook. Transfer shrimp to the plate with the sausage.
- Mix in remaining olive oil to the skillet, along with the onion, garlic, and diced bell pepper. Sprinkle with ½ Tablespoon Cajun seasoning, stir to combine. Cook, stirring frequently until the vegetables soften and develop color, approximately 4-5 minutes.
- To the skillet, add the yellow squash and zucchini, saute, stirring frequently, just until browned, crisp, and tender, approximately 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in the Andouille sausage, shrimp, and fresh parsley. Stir to combine and serve immediately. Enjoy!
- Stir to combine. Taste for seasoning. If needed, add a bit more Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. serve immediately. Enjoy!
- Optional, garnish with chopped parsley. Serve and enjoy.
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