Spicy Cajun Salmon and Shrimp Delight
This Spicy Cajun Salmon and Shrimp Delight is a flavorful seafood dish that combines perfectly seasoned salmon and shrimp with sautéed vegetables and a hint of spice. It’s a quick and healthy meal that brings the bold flavors of Cajun cuisine to your table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Lunch
- Method: No bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 12 large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 onion, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Sprinkle Cajun seasoning evenly over both sides of salmon fillets and shrimp.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook salmon fillets for about 4 minutes on each side until cooked through. Remove and set aside. In the same skillet, cook shrimp for about 2 minutes on each side until pink and opaque. Remove and set aside.
- If needed, add more oil to the skillet. Sauté bell peppers, onion, and garlic until they start to soften.
- Add cherry tomatoes and broth to the skillet. Simmer for about 5 minutes until vegetables are tender.
- Return salmon and shrimp to the skillet to warm through. Season with salt and pepper, garnish with parsley, and serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 200mg