Best Quick Cajun Vegetables Recipes

15 BEST CAJUN SIDES YOU NEED TO TRY

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These delicious Cajun side dishes take you on a culinary trip to Louisiana! From cornbread to red beans and rice, these easy recipes pack a punch!

Provided by insanelygood

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

Bisquick Cornbread Recipe
Cajun Corn Maque Choux
Cajun Baked Sweet Potato Fries
Louisiana Dirty Rice
Cajun Summer Vegetables
Red Beans and Rice
Cajun Chicken Wings
Cajun Crab Dip
Cajun Coleslaw
Slow Cooker Cajun Ham u0026amp; Beans
Grilled Cajun Shrimp Skewers
Cracker Barrel Fried Okra
Cajun Hush Puppies
Crispy Fried Cajun Chicken Tenders
Beignets

Steps:

Select your favorite recipe.
Organize all the required ingredients.
Prep a Cajun side in 30 minutes or less!

Nutrition Facts :

CAJUN VEGETABLES

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Colorful veggies and traditional Cajun seasonings create a flavor sensation in this spicy side dish.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Side Dish

Time 23m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
8 ounces okra, sliced (2 1/2 cups)
1 cup frozen whole kernel corn
1 large onion, chopped (1 cup)
1 medium green, red or yellow bell pepper, chopped (1 cup)
3 large tomatoes, seeded and chopped (3 cups)
1 can (15 to 16 ounces) black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained
2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme leaves or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
2 teaspoons chopped fresh oregano leaves or 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano leaves or 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/8 to 1/ teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne)

Steps:

Heat oil in 12-inch nonstick skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
Add okra, frozen corn, onion and bell pepper; stir-fry 2 to 3 minutes or until crisp-tender.
Add remaining ingredients; stir-fry about 5 minutes or until hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 145, Carbohydrate 30 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 8 g, Protein 8 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 350 mg

EASY CAJUN GRILLED VEGGIES

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This is a quick and easy recipe that makes the BEST marinated grilled veggies! Serve them alone or on brown rice. The veggies may be marinated in plastic resealable bags, too.

Provided by Kelly

Categories Side Dish Vegetables Squash Zucchini Grilled Zucchini Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

¼ cup light olive oil
1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 zucchinis, cut into 1/2-inch slices
2 large white onions, sliced into 1/2-inch wedges
2 yellow squash, cut into 1/2-inch slices

Steps:

In a small bowl, mix together light olive oil, Cajun seasoning, salt, cayenne pepper, and Worcestershire sauce. Place zucchinis, white onions, and yellow squash in a bowl, and cover with the olive oil mixture. Cover bowl, and marinate vegetables in the refrigerator at least 30 minutes.
Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat and lightly oil grate.
Place marinated vegetable pieces on skewers or directly on the grill. Cook 5 minutes, or to desired doneness.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 95 calories, Carbohydrate 7.7 g, Fat 7.3 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 1.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 232.8 mg, Sugar 2.7 g

CAJUN SUMMER VEGETABLES

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Put your garden-fresh summertime veggies to good use in a colorful side dish that gets a little heat from Cajun seasoning. It pairs well with any entree, and it's quick and easy to prepare. -Nancy Dentler, Greensboro, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

2 medium yellow summer squash, sliced
2 medium zucchini, sliced
1-3/4 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
1/2 medium onion, sliced and separated into rings
1/2 medium red onion, sliced and separated into rings
1 cup cherry tomatoes
1/4 cup sliced fresh carrots
1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning

Steps:

Place vegetables in a grill wok or basket. Grill, uncovered, over medium heat for 8-12 minutes or until tender, stirring frequently. Transfer to a large bowl. Sprinkle with Cajun seasoning; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 42 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 105mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges