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Keto Cajun Shrimp & Sausage Meal Prep - Bold Flavor, Low-Carb Convenience

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined (tails on or off)
  • 12 ounces smoked andouille or kielbasa sausage, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 small red onion, sliced
  • 2 cups zucchini, chopped into half-moons
  • 2 tablespoons avocado oil or olive oil, divided
  • 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning (more to taste)
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional for extra smokiness)
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for heat)
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided (adjust to taste)
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice, plus wedges for serving
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • Optional sides for serving: cauliflower rice, sautéed greens, or shirataki rice

Method
 

  1. Prep the shrimp: Pat shrimp dry with paper towels. Toss with 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and a drizzle of oil. Set aside.
  2. Season the veggies: In a bowl, mix bell peppers, onion, and zucchini with 1 tablespoon oil, 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and black pepper.
  3. Brown the sausage: Heat a large skillet over medium-high. Add sliced sausage and cook 3–4 minutes, stirring, until edges are browned. Remove to a plate.
  4. Sauté the veggies: In the same skillet, add remaining oil. Add the seasoned veggies and cook 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until crisp-tender with light char.
  5. Add garlic: Stir in minced garlic during the last minute of cooking so it becomes fragrant without burning.
  6. Cook the shrimp: Push veggies to the sides. Add shrimp to the center in a single layer. Cook 1–2 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
  7. Combine and finish: Return sausage to the skillet. Squeeze in lemon juice and toss everything to coat. Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more Cajun spice or salt if needed.
  8. Garnish: Remove from heat and sprinkle with chopped parsley. Add lemon wedges on the side if you like extra brightness.
  9. Portion for meal prep: Divide into 4 meal prep containers. Add optional cauliflower rice or greens to keep it low-carb.