Shrimp and Sausage with Colorful Veggies in One Skillet (Print version)

Juicy shrimp, smoky sausage, bell peppers, zucchini, and asparagus cook in one skillet for a fast, colorful dinner with very little cleanup.

# Ingredients:

For the shrimp and sausage

01 - 1 lb (450 g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
02 - 8 oz (225 g) gluten-free smoked sausage or andouille, sliced into 1/2-inch coins
03 - 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
04 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
06 - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
07 - 1/2 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
08 - 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional
09 - 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
10 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

For the colorful vegetables

11 - 1 red bell pepper, sliced
12 - 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
13 - 1 medium zucchini, cut into half-moons
14 - 1 cup (100 g) asparagus, cut into 1-inch pieces
15 - 1/4 cup (60 ml) low-sodium chicken broth
16 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
17 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

# Instructions:

01 - Pat the shrimp dry. Toss with smoked paprika, onion powder, Cajun seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.
02 - Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add sausage slices and cook for 3-4 minutes, turning once, until browned at the edges. Transfer to a plate.
03 - Add the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil and the garlic to the skillet. Add shrimp in a single layer and cook for 1-2 minutes per side, until pink and opaque. Transfer to the plate with the sausage.
04 - Add bell peppers, zucchini, and asparagus to the skillet. Pour in the chicken broth, cover, and cook for 3 minutes. Uncover and cook 2-3 minutes more, until crisp-tender.
05 - Return shrimp and sausage to the pan. Toss gently for 1-2 minutes until hot. Finish with lemon juice and parsley, then adjust salt and pepper before serving.

# Good to know:

01 - Best served hot from the skillet.
02 - Use gluten-free sausage and seasoning if cooking for a gluten-free diet.
03 - Serve over rice, cauliflower rice, quinoa, or enjoy as a low-carb skillet meal.

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