Cajun Shrimp Sweet Corn Platter (Printer View)

Flavorful Cajun shrimp paired with sweet corn and roasted potatoes for a vibrant main dish.

# What you'll need:

→ Seafood

01 - 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined

→ Vegetables

02 - 4 small ears sweet corn, halved
03 - 1 lb baby potatoes, halved
04 - 1 red bell pepper, sliced
05 - 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

→ Spices & Seasonings

06 - 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
07 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
08 - ½ tsp garlic powder
09 - ½ tsp onion powder
10 - ½ tsp salt
11 - ¼ tsp black pepper

→ Dairy & Fats

12 - 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
13 - 2 tbsp olive oil

→ Optional

14 - Lemon wedges, for serving

# Method:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
02 - In a large bowl, toss baby potatoes and halved corn with 1 tbsp olive oil, ½ tbsp Cajun seasoning, ½ tsp salt, and ¼ tsp black pepper. Spread evenly on the baking sheet.
03 - Roast potatoes and corn in the oven for 15 minutes.
04 - While vegetables roast, combine shrimp, sliced red bell pepper, remaining 1 tbsp olive oil, 1½ tbsp Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder in the bowl. Mix thoroughly.
05 - Remove baking sheet from oven after 15 minutes. Add shrimp and bell pepper mixture to the sheet and drizzle melted butter evenly over all ingredients.
06 - Return to oven and roast for 10 more minutes until shrimp are opaque and potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
07 - Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the dish and serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Bold Cajun flavors bring excitement to your table
  • Easy one-pan meal ready in under an hour
02 -
  • Double check the Cajun seasoning to ensure it is gluten-free if needed
  • Plant-based butter works for a dairy-free version
03 -
  • For extra heat add a pinch of cayenne pepper before roasting
  • Toss leftovers with greens for an easy Cajun salad the next day
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