Cajun Salmon with Garlic Mash & Shrimp Veggie Medley 
Ingredients
For the Cajun Salmon
• Salmon fillets
• 
Cajun seasoning
• Salt
• 
Paprika
• 
Olive oil
• 
Lemon wedges (for serving)
For the Garlic Mashed Potatoes 
• Potatoes, peeled & cubed
• Garlic cloves, minced
• 
Butter
• 
Milk or cream
• Salt
• 
Black pepper
For the Shrimp Veggie Medley 
• Shrimp, peeled & deveined
• Broccoli florets
• Carrot slices
• Bell peppers, sliced
• Garlic, minced
• Olive oil
• Salt & pepper
• 
Parsley, chopped (optional)
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Instructions
Cook the Cajun Salmon
1. Rub salmon fillets with olive oil.
2. Season generously with Cajun seasoning, paprika, and a pinch of salt.
3. Heat a pan over medium-high heat.
4. Cook salmon 3–4 minutes per side until blackened and flaky.
5. Squeeze lemon over the top.
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Make the Garlic Mash
1. Boil potatoes in salted water until soft (about 12–15 minutes).
2. Drain and mash with butter, garlic, milk/cream, salt, and pepper.
3. Whip until creamy and fluffy.
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Prepare the Shrimp Veggie Medley
1. Heat olive oil in a pan and sauté garlic until fragrant.
2. Add broccoli, carrots, and bell peppers; cook until tender but crisp.
3. Add shrimp and season with salt and pepper.
4. Cook until shrimp turn pink (2–3 minutes).
5. Sprinkle parsley.
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Assemble
Plate a scoop of garlic mash, top with Cajun salmon, and serve with the shrimp veggie medley on the side.
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Perfect for:
High-protein meals Balanced dinners Meal prep plates Seafood lovers
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