Description
Cajun Shrimp and Sausage Skewers are a vibrant and flavorful dish perfect for summer gatherings. Juicy shrimp paired with smoky sausage and colorful vegetables create an irresistible combination that will impress your guests. Marinated in zesty Cajun spices, these skewers are easy to prepare and can be grilled, baked, or broiled. Enjoy this delightful fusion of flavors at your next cookout, where every bite transports you to the lively streets of New Orleans.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 lb smoked sausage (Andouille or kielbasa), sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 yellow bell pepper, chopped
- 1 medium zucchini, sliced into thick rounds
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine shrimp, sausage, bell peppers, zucchini, olive oil, lemon juice, and Cajun seasoning. Mix until well coated.
- Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning.
- Thread shrimp, sausage, bell peppers, and zucchini onto the soaked skewers in alternating colors.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill the skewers for about 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally until the shrimp are opaque and the sausage has nice grill marks.
- Let the skewers rest briefly before serving and drizzle with extra lemon juice if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 skewers (220g)
- Calories: 335
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 185mg