Description
Mexican-inspired shrimp and rainbow veggie skillet brings zesty flavors to your dinner table. Colorful peppers, tender shrimp, and bold spices create a quick, nutritious meal that satisfies hunger and delights taste buds in one delicious pan.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 2 pounds (907 grams) peeled and deveined shrimp (Marina Del Rey recommended)
Vegetables:
- 2 small zucchini
- 2 small yellow squash
- 3 small bell peppers (assorted colors)
Seasonings and Cooking Ingredients:
- 3 tablespoons (45 milliliters) olive oil
- 2 tablespoons (30 grams) butter
- 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon (15 grams) paprika
- 0.5 tablespoons (7.5 grams) Cajun seasoning
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Slice zucchini, yellow squash, and bell peppers into uniform, bite-sized cubes to ensure even cooking and attractive presentation.
- Toss raw shrimp with Cajun seasoning, paprika, and olive oil in a mixing bowl, ensuring each piece is thoroughly coated with the aromatic spice blend.
- Preheat a large skillet over medium-high heat, creating an ideal searing environment for the seafood.
- Quickly sear the seasoned shrimp, cooking for approximately 2-3 minutes per side until they transform into a vibrant pink color and develop a slight golden exterior.
- Transfer the cooked shrimp to a separate plate, preserving their tender texture and preventing overcooking.
- Reduce skillet heat and introduce butter, allowing it to melt and create a rich, flavorful base for the vegetables.
- Add minced garlic and sauté briefly, releasing its fragrant essence into the butter.
- Introduce the chopped vegetables to the skillet, seasoning with salt and pepper, and stir-fry for 6-8 minutes until they become crisp-tender with slight caramelization.
- Gently reintroduce the seared shrimp to the vegetable medley, stirring to distribute heat and meld flavors.
- Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley across the skillet for a burst of color and fresh herbal notes, then serve immediately while piping hot.
Notes
- Quick kitchen hack saves time by prepping all ingredients before starting to cook.
- Colorful veggies and succulent shrimp create a visually stunning and nutritious meal that impresses everyone at the table.
- Cajun seasoning adds a zesty kick, transforming simple ingredients into a restaurant-worthy dish that bursts with flavor and excitement.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 17 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 200 mg