Cajun Shrimp with Bell Peppers and Corn (ready in 5 minutes)

shrimp

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: tofu

Chicken breast is lower in calories, while tofu is a plant-based alternative.

Cajun seasoning

🥗Healthier: homemade spice blend

💰Cheaper: creole seasoning

Homemade blends can reduce sodium and customize flavors.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is often less expensive and has a neutral flavor.

butter

🥗Healthier: margarine

💰Cheaper: ghee

Ghee provides a rich flavor and is often more affordable.

Heat olive oil on medium to high heat.

Add bell peppers and corn, sauté until tender, about 2 minutes.

Add onion and garlic, sauté for an additional minute or two.

Remove the vegetables from the pan.

Add a little bit more oil and allow it to heat.

Add shrimp in a single layer to the pan.

Season shrimp with Cajun seasoning and black pepper.

Cook shrimp until they turn pink.

Add back the vegetables and some lemon juice.

Toss until evenly combined and allow to simmer for a minute.

Garnish with fresh parsley or parsley flakes.

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