Easy Shrimp Vegetable Skillet 

This Easy Shrimp Vegetable Skillet is a quick and flavorful low-carb dish that combines succulent shrimp with a medley of colorful vegetables. Seasoned with Cajun spices and garlic, it's a one-pan meal that's ready in under 30 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prepping, this dish is both satisfying and nutritious.

Ingredients

• 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined

• 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning

• 1 medium zucchini, sliced

• 1 bell pepper, sliced

• 1 cup mushrooms, sliced

• ½ teaspoon salt, divided

• ¼ teaspoon black pepper

• Optional: fresh parsley or green onions for garnish

Directions

1. Season Shrimp: In a bowl, toss the shrimp with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, minced garlic, Cajun seasoning, and ¼ teaspoon of salt.

2. Cook Vegetables: Heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sliced zucchini, bell pepper, and mushrooms. Season with the remaining ¼ teaspoon of salt and black pepper. Sauté for 4–6 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender. Remove them from the skillet and set aside.

3. Cook Shrimp: In the same skillet, add the seasoned shrimp. Cook for 2–3 minutes on each side, or until they turn pink and are cooked through.

4. Combine: Return the cooked vegetables to the skillet with the shrimp. Stir to combine and heat through for an additional 1–2 minutes.

5. Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley or green onions if desired. Serve immediately.

Nutritional Information (Per Serving)

• Calories: 204 kcal

• Carbohydrates: 12 g

• Protein: 19 g

• Fat: 10 g

• Saturated Fat: 1 g

• Cholesterol: 143 mg

• Sodium: 1467 mg

• Potassium: 484 mg

• Fiber: 3 g

• Sugar: 4 g

• Vitamin A: 1239 IU

• Vitamin C: 101 mg

• Calcium: 114 mg

• Iron: 1 mg