Description
Cajun Shrimp and Sausage Veggie Bake delivers spicy Southern comfort straight to your dinner table. Zesty andouille sausage, plump Gulf shrimp, and colorful vegetables roast together under a bold Cajun seasoning blend, creating a mouthwatering one-pan meal you’ll crave.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 1 pound (454 grams) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 14 ounces (397 grams) chicken sausage, sliced
Vegetables:
- 2 medium-sized zucchini, sliced
- 2 medium-sized yellow squash, sliced
- ½ bunch asparagus, sliced into thirds
- 2 red bell peppers, chopped into chunks
Seasonings and Oil:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (204°C), creating an ideal cooking environment for the Cajun-inspired seafood and vegetable medley.
- Gather a spacious mixing vessel and combine succulent shrimp, robust sausage, crisp zucchini, golden yellow squash, slender asparagus, and vibrant bell peppers in a single harmonious blend.
- Enhance the mixture with a judicious sprinkle of kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, ensuring balanced seasoning throughout the ingredients.
- Elegantly drizzle extra virgin olive oil over the assembled ingredients, followed by a generous dusting of authentic Cajun seasoning blend, creating a robust flavor profile.
- Gently toss the ingredients using a large spatula or tongs, guaranteeing each morsel is uniformly coated with oil and spices.
- Select a rimmed baking sheet and meticulously spread the seasoned mixture in a single, even layer to promote consistent roasting and caramelization.
- Carefully slide the prepared sheet pan into the preheated oven, allowing the ingredients to roast and meld together for 15-20 minutes.
- Monitor the dish closely; the shrimp should transform to a delicate pink hue, and the vegetables should reach a tender, slightly caramelized state, signaling the completion of cooking.
Notes
- Prep Like a Pro: Slice veggies uniformly to guarantee even cooking and beautiful presentation.
- Seasoning Secrets: Use authentic Cajun seasoning for bold, zesty flavors that elevate the entire dish.
- Shrimp Tip: Choose medium-sized shrimp to prevent overcooking and maintain perfect texture.
- Pan Performance: Select a large sheet pan that allows ingredients to spread out without crowding for optimal roasting.
- Quick Meal Magic: This one-pan wonder delivers a complete protein and vegetable meal in under 30 minutes.
- Temperature Watch: Check shrimp doneness by ensuring they turn completely pink and appear slightly curled.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 360 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 780 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 220 mg