Smoky Cajun Roasted Vegetables

3 minutes

There’s something special about occasionally spicing up roasted vegetables with a pop of cajun seasoning and smoked paprika. Sound delicious? Check out our Smoky Cajun Roasted Vegetables recipe!

Cajun seasoning is that perfect blend of savory and spicy! It packs a punch that will transport your mouth straight to Louisana. It’s great for gumbos, jambalayas and … mixed roasted veggies.

How to Make Smoky Cajun Roasted Vegetables

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 220°C or 200°C fan (425°F or 400°F). Line your baking sheet with parchment paper (or foil).

Step 2: Wash your vegetables (or, not… if they were previously frozen) and dice them into 1/2″ cubes or 1 cm rounds & halves.

Step 3: Add the mixed vegetables to your bowl and toss them with olive oil until fully coated. Now add your Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, and minced garlic. Toss again until coated evenly.

Step 4: Spread the seasoned vegetables evenly on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper (or foil) in a single layer.

Step 5: Place the tray of smoky cajun vegetables in the oven to roast for 25 minutes (30 minutes if roasting from frozen). Set your timer for 15 minutes in preparation to toss or turn about halfway through for an even roast.

Step 6: Toss or turn your veggies when the timer goes off to get an even roast. Set your timer for 10 more minutes.

Step 7: Remove your smoky cajun roasted vegetables when they’re slightly charred, plate them, and zest with lemon to taste.

Tweaks

So, you like it spicy? Real spicy!

Don’t let our exact measurements limit you. Here are a few tweaks that readers love.

• Extra spice: Add 1 Tbsp of additional cajun seasoning if you’re just itching for a real explosion of spice.
• Other Veggies: Don’t like one of the vegetables we listed? That’s okay. Try swapping out with: yellow squash, acorn squash, brussels sprouts, cherry tomatoes, or even carrots.

Storage

You might think that using frozen vegetables renders this unsuitable for storing… But that’s not quite true. Generally, you can freeze food once raw and again once cooked.

Refrigerate: Transfer your cajun-flavored vegetable to an airtight container after cooling. Store in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.

Freeze: Cool the vegetables thoroughly. Place in a freezer-safe container or bag, removing as much air as possible. Store frozen for up to 3 months.

Reheat: For best results, place in a preheated 190°C (375°F) oven for 8-10 minutes. Alternatively, you can use a microwave, but they may go a little soggy and ruin the texture this way.