Description
A quick and flavorful Easy Shrimp Vegetable Skillet recipe featuring sautéed shrimp seasoned with Cajun spices and a colorful medley of zucchini and bell peppers. Perfect for a healthy, vibrant weeknight dinner ready in just 25 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp and Seasoning
- 1 pound shrimp
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ tablespoon Cajun seasoning
Vegetables
- 1 large zucchini, sliced
- 2 bell peppers, cubed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
Instructions
- Toss shrimp: In a bowl, combine the shrimp with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, minced garlic, and ½ tablespoon of Cajun seasoning. Mix well and set aside to marinate briefly.
- Cook vegetables: Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning in a large pan over medium heat. Add the sliced zucchini and cubed bell peppers. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp. Remove vegetables from the pan and set aside in a bowl.
- Cook shrimp: Add the seasoned shrimp to the same pan and cook over medium heat. Cook for about 5 minutes until the shrimp turn pink and are cooked through, stirring occasionally for even cooking.
- Combine: Return the cooked vegetables to the pan with the shrimp. Stir together and cook for another 3-4 minutes until everything is heated through and well combined. Serve immediately.
Notes
- You can adjust the Cajun seasoning amount to make the dish milder or spicier according to your taste.
- Use fresh or frozen shrimp that are peeled and deveined for ease and best results.
- This recipe pairs well with steamed rice or crusty bread for a complete meal.
- Feel free to swap zucchini and bell peppers with other vegetables like squash, asparagus, or mushrooms.
- For a lower fat version, reduce oil to 1 tablespoon total and use cooking spray if desired.
