Description
Juicy shrimp, smoky sausage, and colorful roasted veggies tossed in Cajun spices and roasted on one pan. Big flavor, minimal cleanup—perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep.
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 4)
🔹 Protein
- 300g shrimp, peeled & deveined
- 250g smoked sausage, sliced (chicken or turkey for lighter option)
🔹 Vegetables
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 zucchini, sliced
- 1 red onion, cut into chunks
- 1 cup broccoli florets
🔹 Seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1½ teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- Salt & black pepper to taste
- Juice of ½ lemon
🔹 Optional Garnish
- Fresh parsley
- Lemon wedges
🍳 Equipment
- Large sheet pan
- Parchment paper (optional for easy cleanup)
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
🔸 Step 1: Preheat Oven
- Preheat to 220°C (425°F)
🔸 Step 2: Prep Ingredients
- Slice sausage and veggies evenly for even cooking
- Pat shrimp dry (important for roasting, not steaming)
🔸 Step 3: Season Veggies & Sausage
- On sheet pan, toss veggies + sausage with:
- 1½ tbsp olive oil
- Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, paprika, salt, pepper
- Spread in a single layer
🔸 Step 4: First Roast
- Roast for 15 minutes until veggies begin to soften
🔸 Step 5: Add Shrimp
- Toss shrimp with remaining ½ tbsp oil + pinch Cajun seasoning
- Add to sheet pan and mix lightly
🔸 Step 6: Final Roast
- Return to oven for 8–10 minutes
- Shrimp should be pink and cooked through
🔸 Step 7: Finish
- Squeeze fresh lemon juice over everything
- Garnish with parsley
🍽️ Serving Ideas
- Serve over rice, cauliflower rice, or quinoa
- Wrap in tortillas for Cajun tacos 🌮
- Pair with a light salad
💡 Pro Tips
✔ Add shrimp later to avoid overcooking
✔ Cut veggies evenly for consistent roasting
✔ Don’t overcrowd pan—use two pans if needed
✔ Use parchment for easier cleanup
🔄 Variations
🌶️ Spicier Version
Add cayenne or extra Cajun seasoning
🥦 Low-Carb Version
Use more veggies, skip starchy sides
🍗 Chicken Swap
Replace shrimp with chicken chunks (cook longer)
🧄 Garlic Butter Finish
Toss everything in melted garlic butter at the end
⚖️ Weight Watchers (WW) Points (Approx.)
(Points vary by brand and plan)
🔸 Standard Version
- ~7–9 WW points per serving
🔸 Lighter Version (Recommended)
- Use turkey/chicken sausage
- Reduce oil to 1 tbsp total
👉 ~4–5 WW points per serving
🧮 Nutrition (Per Serving – Lighter Version)
- Calories: ~280–320
- Protein: ~25g
- Carbs: ~12g
- Fat: ~14g
❓ FAQs
Can I use frozen shrimp?
Yes—thaw and pat dry before using.
Can I meal prep this?
Absolutely! Stores well for up to 3 days.
What sausage works best?
Smoked sausage, andouille, or chicken sausage all work great.