Description
A quick and flavorful Easy Shrimp Vegetable Skillet recipe featuring tender shrimp sautéed with vibrant bell peppers and zucchini, seasoned with Cajun spices for a delightful, healthy meal ready in just 25 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp Marinade
- 1 pound shrimp
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ tablespoon Cajun seasoning
Vegetables & Cooking
- 1 ½ tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 1 large zucchini, sliced
- 2 bell peppers, cubed
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
Instructions
- Toss shrimp: In a bowl, combine the shrimp with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, the minced garlic, and ½ tablespoon of Cajun seasoning. Mix thoroughly to coat the shrimp evenly and set aside to marinate briefly.
- Cook vegetables: Heat the remaining 1 ½ tablespoons of olive oil and the remaining 1 tablespoon of Cajun seasoning in a large pan over medium heat. Add the sliced zucchini and cubed bell peppers, cooking for 4-5 minutes while stirring occasionally until they are slightly tender but still crisp. Remove the vegetables from the pan and place them in a bowl to keep warm.
- Cook shrimp: Add the marinated shrimp to the same pan, spreading them out evenly. Cook over medium heat for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the shrimp turn pink and are cooked through.
- Combine: Return the cooked vegetables to the pan with the shrimp. Stir everything together and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes to ensure the vegetables are heated through and flavors are well blended. Serve immediately.
Notes
- For a spicier dish, increase the amount of Cajun seasoning to taste.
- Use fresh shrimp for best flavor; thaw frozen shrimp completely before cooking.
- Add a squeeze of lemon juice at the end to brighten the flavors.
- Serve over rice or quinoa for a more filling meal.
- Substitute vegetables like asparagus or snap peas to vary the recipe.
