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    Hummusapien » Recipes » Lunch and Dinner » Sheet Pan Lemon Cajun Shrimp, Potatoes, and Vegetables

    ★★★★★ from 12 reviews

    Sheet Pan Lemon Cajun Shrimp, Potatoes, and Vegetables

    Published Mar 9, 2020 · Modified Nov 14, 2021 · by Alexis Joseph · 24 Comments

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    Sheet Pan Lemon Cajun Shrimp, Potato, and Vegetables is the ultimate healthy, flavorful and filling weeknight dinner! This recipe is in partnership with ALDI.

    plate of shrimp with gold fork and pan of vegetables in background

    Can you EVEN with this shrimptastical one pan wonder? Psssst who remembers this Shrimp Curry? Still not over that recipe.

    Let me let you in on just why this sheet pan shrimp is a cut above the rest. It's all in the sauce!

    Moisture, people. There's nothing worse than making a protein + veggie + potato sheet pan meal and getting over the moon excited about the minimal cleanup situation only to be flabbergasted by the dryness. Who's been there?

    We need liquid to marry all the luscious flavors together. The shrimp juice (oh yes), the lemon juice (!!), and the laundry list of Cajun spices (that you prob have in your pantry right now) are what make this meal truly stupendous.

    And if you don't have 'em, hop on over to ALDI and prepare for your mouth to hit the floor when you see how inexpensive they are.

    sheet pan of shrimp and vegetables bird's eye view

    Slash your grocery budget

    The selection of products at ALDI, from organic produce and sustainable seafood to an entire line of plant-based options, never ceases to amaze me.

    Jeff and I were at ALDI last weekend and as we were leaving, he remarked, "You know, I'm never stressed leaving ALDI." If going grocery shopping raises your blood pressure, you are not alone.

    Huge stores, crazy long lines, confusing layouts...it's like a death sentence---especially on a Sunday. But that has never been our experience at ALDI.

    The employees couldn't be friendlier, the store is small and easy to navigate so you're in and out and nothing beats the prices.

    ALDI is proof that eating high-quality food (like the sustainable shrimp in today's recipe!) does not have to be difficult or expensive.

    tilted pan of shrimp and vegetablesHow to make Sheet Pan Shrimp

    You folks know I'm a big proponent of frozen fish because hello, I live in Ohio. Unless I'm by the water, I go for frozen. I also love the lower price point of frozen.

    We always keep a couple bags of Fremont Fish Market Shrimp in the freezer to whip up a meal like this one. Two points for peeled and deveined shrimp!

    Now let's talk recipe deets. Since potatoes take the longest to cook, we're roasting those first. While they get all nice and toasty, you can chop your veggies.

    I went with green beans and bell pepper, but cauliflower, broccoli, and Brussels sprouts would also work swimmingly. Just be sure to account for any varying cooking time.

    Once the potatoes are par-cooked, we'll add the vegetables to the pan. Meanwhile, we're making the magic. AKA the sauce.

    It's a super duper easy mix of fresh lemon juice (save those peels for extra roasting goodness!), melted butter (you gotta), and our DIY Cajun seasoning.

    sheet pan shrimp plate with gold forkSince shrimp takes next to no time to cook, we'll add that to the pan last with the sauce. Overcooked shrimp is THE worst, so be careful here.

    I think eight minutes is plenty, but don't go past ten minutes unless you want to eat rubber. Don't say I didn't warn you!

    I'm like really, REALLY excited for you to make dinner tonight.

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    Sheet Pan Lemon Cajun Shrimp, Potatoes, and Vegetables

    ★★★★★ 5 from 12 reviews
    • Author: Alexis Joseph | Hummusapien
    • Prep Time: 15 minutes
    • Cook Time: 43 minutes
    • Total Time: 58 minutes
    • Yield: 4-6 1x
    • Category: Main Meals
    • Method: Oven
    • Cuisine: Cajun
    • Diet: Gluten Free
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    Sheet Pan Lemon Cajun Shrimp, Potatoes, and Vegetables is the ultimate healthy, flavorful and filling weeknight dinner!


    Ingredients

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    • 1 lb baby potatoes, quartered
    • 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
    • 2-12oz bags sustainably farmed or wild frozen raw peeled shrimp, thawed
    • 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
    • 2 medium lemons (¼ cup lemon juice)
    • 1 lb green beans, ends trimmed
    • 1 bell pepper, sliced

    Cajun spice blend:

    • 2 ¼ tsp paprika
    • 1 ½ tsp kosher salt
    • 1 ½ tsp garlic powder
    • ¾ tsp ground black pepper
    • ¾ tsp onion powder
    • ¾ tsp oregano
    • ¾ tsp thyme
    • ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (omit if you don't like heat)

    Instructions

    1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Place potatoes on an extra large baking sheet (mine is about 21x14in, if you don't have an XL, use 2 standard baking sheets) and drizzle with olive oil. Sprinkle with ¼ tsp sea salt and toss to combine. Bake 20 minutes.
    2. Meanwhile, juice the lemons so you can add remaining fruit to the pan for flavor (I halved each lemon half). Remove sheet pan from oven and add green beans, bell pepper and lemons, tossing to combine. Bake for another 15 minutes.
    3. While the vegetables cook, mix together lemon juice, melted butter, and cajun seasoning.
    4. Remove sheet pan from oven again and add shrimp. Pour lemon butter over everything and use a toss everything together so it's all coated.
    5. Bake until shrimp is pink, about 8 minutes. Discard lemons, sprinkle with cilantro for a pop of color and serve!

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    About Alexis Joseph

    Oh HEY there! I'm Alexis Joseph, food writer, blogger, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN), new mama, and co-founder of local restaurant group, Alchemy. I use my passion for cooking and wellness as fuel to help others ignite a more freeing and happy relationship with food. Learn more about Alexis!

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    1. Abby says

      April 05, 2021 at 3:00 pm

      We made this the other night and it was so easy to put together and came out amazingly. Both of my kiddos (who are 2 & 8) ate it and really enjoyed it! Love that you can throw together any veggies you might have to make it something everyone will enjoy.

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    2. Phoenix Cooks says

      November 28, 2020 at 5:01 am

      What a tasty dish!!!. Thanks for sharing. I think your dish is very delicious. I wll make this recipe for my family and my friend. I hope you have more recipe like this.

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    3. Phoenix Cooks says

      November 28, 2020 at 4:59 am

      What a tasty dish!!!. Thanks for sharing. I think your dish is very delicious. I wll make this recipe for my family and my friend. I hope you have more recipe like this.

      Reply
    4. Jen says

      July 09, 2020 at 7:58 pm

      This has became a dinner rotation meal for us. Love everything about it - made no subs. The lemon is everything in this recipe! We used raw shrimp that you didn't have to peel in one recipe and shrimp that needed to be peeled another time. My husband and I both agreed the shrimp that needed to be peeled seemed to hold the flavor and taste better for us.

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Alexis Joseph says

        July 15, 2020 at 7:22 pm

        That's so interesting! I agree--the lemon is key. Glad you loved this one, Jen!

        Reply
    5. Steph says

      June 12, 2020 at 2:52 pm

      I am so excited to try this recipe!! Does anyone have any suggestions for a butter substitute? I cannot have butter and I never know what to sub in.

      Reply
      • Alexis Joseph says

        June 16, 2020 at 5:05 pm

        Whatever dairy-free butter substitute (like Earth Balance for example if you can have that) you like at the store will work! If you can't have that, you could try olive oil but the butter does add great flavor!

        Reply
    6. Kiersten garibaldi says

      May 15, 2020 at 6:37 pm

      Making this for the second time. The flavors are so good. I add artichoke hearts with the veggies. Easy clean up.

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Alexis Joseph says

        May 18, 2020 at 2:11 pm

        Mmmmm love that idea! Thanks, Kiersten 🙂

        Reply
    7. Marisa says

      April 28, 2020 at 10:26 pm

      I made this tonight for my family and we loved it! I made it with a bell pepper, cauliflower and broccoli, and it was a hit with everyone (including two toddlers). Definitely adding this recipe into the rotation!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Alexis Joseph says

        April 29, 2020 at 10:52 pm

        Heck yes! Toddler seal of approval is epic 🙂

        Reply
    8. Madi says

      April 21, 2020 at 11:04 pm

      Just made this for dinner and it is soo good! This will definitely be a dinner staple for me

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Alexis Joseph says

        April 21, 2020 at 11:59 pm

        I'm so glad! It's one of my faves, too 🙂

        Reply
    9. Sarah Harris says

      March 21, 2020 at 11:49 pm

      Hello Alexis,
      This recipe is full of flavor and tastes amazing! I made it for my family and everyone loved it; including my three children. It was a great way to get the kids to eat their veggies, simple to make, and easy clean up.

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Alexis Joseph says

        March 22, 2020 at 2:26 pm

        Thank you so much, Sarah! I'm thrilled your kids loved it 🙂

        Reply
    10. Marissa says

      March 17, 2020 at 12:50 am

      So easy to make, so good, and it’s healthy!! Perfect for meal prep or dinner... keeping this in the rotation for sureee!!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    11. Marissa says

      March 17, 2020 at 12:48 am

      Easy to make, healthy, and so satisfying!!! Keeping this one in the rotation for sure!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    12. Asma Sheikh says

      March 11, 2020 at 6:48 am

      Hi Alexis,
      This looks so yummy and healthy. Hope I can complete this recipe within 40-45 minutes 🙂

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    13. Alexandra says

      March 09, 2020 at 4:39 pm

      This looks so yummy! I love shrimp, and love ALDI even more!

      Reply
      • Alexis Joseph says

        March 10, 2020 at 11:44 am

        Yay! Thanks, lady!

        Reply
    14. Roe says

      March 09, 2020 at 1:14 pm

      This recipe is so quick and easy! I end up eating it for lunch and dinner for 2-3 days. I love the spice combination! It takes no time whatsoever to prepare!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Alexis Joseph says

        March 10, 2020 at 11:44 am

        Thanks so much, Roe! It's a favorite of ours 🙂

        Reply
    15. Dylan says

      March 09, 2020 at 10:47 am

      This meal comes together in no time and is SO flavorful! We have made a few times and absolutely love it!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Alexis Joseph says

        March 10, 2020 at 11:44 am

        Thanks, Dylan! Isn't the lemon Cajun sauce so yummy?

        Reply

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