Vegan Cajun Shrimp

Satisfy your cravings for bold, zesty flavors with this inventive Vegan Cajun Shrimp recipe! Featuring tender hearts of palm as a plant-based alternative to shrimp, this dish is marinated in a tantalizing blend of Cajun seasoning, smoky paprika, soy sauce, and fresh lemon juice, before being sautéed to perfection in vegan butter. Quick and easy to prepare, with just 15 minutes of prep time, it’s perfect for busy weeknights or impressive entertaining. Serve it as a savory appetizer, over a fluffy bed of rice, or alongside your favorite dipping sauce for a truly mouthwatering experience. Packed with smoky, spicy flavors and made entirely vegan, this crowd-pleasing recipe will delight vegans and non-vegans alike. Perfect for those seeking a plant-based twist on Cajun cuisine!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 16 oz Hearts of palm
• 3 tbsp Olive oil
• 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
• 2 tbsp Soy sauce
• 1 tsp Smoked paprika
• 1 tsp Garlic powder
• 1 tsp Onion powder
• 2 tbsp Lemon juice
• 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped
• 2 stalks Green onion, chopped
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 2 tbsp Vegan butter

Directions

Step 1

Drain and rinse the hearts of palm, then cut them into approximately 1/2-inch thick rounds, resembling shrimp slices.

Step 2

In a bowl, combine olive oil, Cajun seasoning, soy sauce, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to form the marinade.

Step 3

Add the hearts of palm slices to the marinade and toss gently to coat evenly. Let it marinate for at least 10 minutes to absorb the flavors.

Step 4

Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the vegan butter. Once melted, add the marinated hearts of palm pieces to the skillet.

Step 5

Cook for 6-8 minutes, turning occasionally, until the hearts of palm are lightly browned and heated through.

Step 6

Remove from heat and sprinkle chopped parsley and green onion on top for garnish.

Step 7

Serve the Vegan Cajun Shrimp hot as an appetizer, over rice, or with your favorite vegan dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(651.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	805.7

Total Fat 67.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 21.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 9471.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 40.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.2g	0%
Total Sugars 2.0g
Protein 16.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 338.3mg	0%
Iron 5.4mg	0%
Potassium 1214.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 72.9%

Protein: 7.9%

Carbs: 19.2%