This Creamy Cajun Salmon & Shrimp Plate is a restaurant-worthy seafood dinner featuring blackened Cajun salmon topped with juicy shrimp and served over a bed of creamy vegetables and mashed potatoes. Rich, flavorful, and packed with protein, this dish is perfect for special occasions or an elevated weeknight meal.
Ingredients
For the Salmon & Shrimp
2 salmon fillets (about 6 ounces each)
8 large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon paprika
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
For the Creamy Cajun Sauce
1 tablespoon butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
½ cup chicken broth
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
½ teaspoon smoked paprika
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
For the Vegetables
1 cup broccoli florets
1 cup green beans, trimmed
1 medium zucchini, sliced
1 tablespoon olive oil
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
For the Mashed Potatoes
1 pound Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
2 tablespoons butter
¼ cup milk
½ teaspoon salt
For Garnish
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
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