Remixed from “Cajun-Spiced Cajun-Zone Dinner Bowls” — View Original
Remix request: “Replace the chicken thighs with 1lb of shrimp”
Cajun-Shrimp Dinner Bowls
A brighter seafood remix of the original, swapping in shrimp for protein. Shrimp cooks quickly with Cajun spice and pairs with roasted carrots, fresh cucumber, and bell peppers, finished with lemon and parsley for a zesty, balanced bowl.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 20 min
Servings:
2 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 cups cooked long-grain rice
- 2 cups carrot sticks, roasted
- 1 cucumber, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss carrots with 1 tbsp oil, salt, and pepper; roast 15–20 min until tender.
- Pat shrimp dry and season with Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, paprika, and a pinch of salt.
- Sear shrimp in a skillet with 1 tbsp oil over medium-high heat 2–3 min per side until pink and just cooked through; set aside.
- Sauté peppers in the same skillet 4–5 min until softened; remove from heat.
- Assemble bowls with rice as base, top with shrimp, roasted carrots, cucumber, and peppers.
- Finish with lemon juice and parsley for brightness; serve hot.
Chef’s Pro Tips
- Pat shrimp dry to ensure good sear.
- Add a pinch of allspice with Cajun spices for depth (optional).
Serving Suggestions
Serve with a light green salad or coleslaw for extra crunch and balance.
Storage Instructions
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat gently.
Nutritional Estimates
Per serving · 2 servings total
| calories | 520 |
|---|---|
| protein | 32 |
| carbs | 60 |
| fat | 14 |
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