Healthy Cajun Boiling Pot

Dive into bold, wholesome flavors with this Healthy Cajun Boiling Pot—a vibrant one-pot meal that's as nutritious as it is satisfying! Packed with lean turkey or chicken sausage, tender shrimp, hearty baby red potatoes, sweet corn, and zucchini, this dish is simmered in a spiced broth infused with zesty lemons, garlic, and a perfect blend of Cajun and Old Bay seasonings. With only 15 minutes of prep time and a seamless 30-minute cook time, this crowd-pleaser is perfect for a weeknight dinner or casual gathering. Serve it steaming hot with crusty bread or brown rice to soak up the savory broth, and garnish with fresh parsley for a finishing touch. Low in fat and high in flavor, this recipe delivers the authentic taste of a classic Cajun boil with a healthy twist!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound baby red potatoes
• 4 ears corn on the cob, cut into thirds
• 12 ounces lean turkey or chicken sausage, sliced
• 1 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 yellow onion, quartered
• 2 lemons, halved
• 4 garlic cloves, smashed
• 2 zucchini, sliced into thick rounds
• 3 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
• 1 tablespoon old bay seasoning
• 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
• 4 cups water
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

1. In a large stockpot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the smashed garlic cloves and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 2

2. Pour in the chicken broth and water. Add the Cajun seasoning, Old Bay seasoning, and the halved lemons, squeezing their juice into the pot before dropping them in.

Step 3

3. Bring the liquid to a boil. Add the quartered onion and baby red potatoes. Cook for 10 minutes, or until the potatoes start to soften.

Step 4

4. Add the corn on the cob pieces to the pot and cook for another 5 minutes.

Step 5

5. Stir in the sliced turkey or chicken sausage and zucchini rounds. Cook for an additional 5 minutes.

Step 6

6. Add the shrimp and stir gently. Cook for 3-4 minutes, or until the shrimp turn pink and are fully cooked.

Step 7

7. Taste the broth and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more Cajun seasoning for extra heat or Old Bay for more depth.

Step 8

8. Using a slotted spoon, carefully transfer the cooked ingredients to a serving platter or bowl.

Step 9

9. Optionally, ladle some of the flavorful broth over the dish. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired.

Step 10

10. Serve hot with lemon wedges on the side and crusty bread or brown rice, if preferred.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	5119.2 grams (5119.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2703

Total Fat 73.70g	94%
Saturated Fat 15.00g	75%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 1057mg	352%
Sodium 9719mg	423%
Total Carbohydrate 318.10g	116%
Dietary Fiber 48.80g	174%
Total Sugars 89.40g
Protein 227.20g	454%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 636mg	49%
Iron 17mg	93%
Potassium 7644mg	163%

*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: 23.3%

Protein: 31.9%

Carbs: 44.7%