Cajun Shrimp and Sausage
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
18 mins
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Total Time
28 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
416 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Dinner
Cajun Shrimp and Sausage
Description
Cajun Shrimp and Sausage features peeled and deveined medium shrimp alongside sliced turkey sausage, zucchini, red bell pepper, and red onion. These ingredients are tossed with olive oil and Cajun seasoning, then baked at 400°F until cooked through and lightly caramelized. The roasting process blends the smoky spice of the seasoning with the savory, meaty sausage and the natural sweetness of the vegetables. The shrimp remain tender, providing a contrast to the firmer sausage and softened vegetables.
The dish can be served directly from the pan, garnished with parsley for freshness, or spooned over cooked pasta to complement the spices and textures. This makes it versatile for a quick weeknight dinner or a relaxed weekend meal.
Ingredients
- 1 lb Shrimp shelled and deveined, medium
- 1 lb turkey sausage sliced
- 3 zucchini sliced half inch pieces
- 2 red bell pepper chopped into 1 inch pieces
- 1 red onion sliced, large
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning seafood seasoning
- 1 tsp fennel seeds optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper.
- Slice the turkey sausage into half inch pieces. Thaw shrimp if frozen. Shell and devein the shrimp, keeping tails on. Cut the vegetables and place all in a bowl.
- Drizzle with olive oil and Cajun Seafood Seasoning. Toss to coat.
- Spread on the lined baking sheet and bake for 18-20 minutes total.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve as is or over pasta if you prefer.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 416 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 416kcal | 21% |
| Carbohydrates | 13g | 4% |
| Protein | 47g | 94% |
| Fat | 18g | 28% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 370mg | 123% |
| Sodium | 1071mg | 45% |
| Potassium | 1014mg | 22% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 3915IU | 78% |
| Vitamin C | 111.6mg | 124% |
| Calcium | 234mg | 23% |
| Iron | 5.4mg | 30% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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