Grilled Seafood Jambalaya Packs

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
12%
Grilled Seafood Jambalaya Packs
45 min.
6
310kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your outdoor cooking game? Our Grilled Seafood Jambalaya Packs are the perfect solution for a delicious, hassle-free meal that brings the vibrant flavors of the South right to your grill. This gluten-free and dairy-free dish is not only packed with protein but also offers a delightful medley of textures and tastes that will impress your family and friends.

Imagine succulent sea scallops and juicy shrimp mingling with perfectly cooked long-grain rice, all infused with the bold kick of Cajun seasoning. The addition of diced tomatoes, green bell peppers, and onions adds a fresh, savory touch that complements the seafood beautifully. Each individual foil packet ensures that every bite is bursting with flavor while keeping the mess to a minimum—perfect for a summer cookout or a cozy dinner at home.

In just 45 minutes, you can serve up a satisfying meal that’s not only healthy but also incredibly easy to prepare. Simply mix your ingredients, seal them in foil, and let the grill do the work. The result? A steaming, aromatic feast that’s sure to become a favorite in your household. So fire up that grill and get ready to enjoy a taste of the bayou with our Grilled Seafood Jambalaya Packs!

Ingredients

  • teaspoons cajun spice 
  • 14.5 oz tomatoes diced with garlic and onions, undrained canned
  • cup bell pepper green chopped
  • 0.5 cup onion chopped
  • 1.5 cups rice long-grain white uncooked
  • lb scallops frozen thawed
  • lb shrimp frozen thawed deveined uncooked peeled
  • cups water 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • grill
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Heat gas or charcoal grill.
  2. Cut 6 (18x12-inch) sheets of heavy-duty foil. Cook rice in water as directed on package. In large bowl, mix cooked rice and remaining ingredients.
  3. Place 1/6 of mixture (dividing shrimp and scallops evenly) on center of each sheet.
  4. Bring up 2 sides of foil over shrimp mixture so edges meet. Seal edges, making tight 1/2-inch fold; fold again, allowing space for heat circulation and expansion. Fold other sides to seal.
  5. Place packets on grill over low heat. Cover grill; cook 12 to 15 minutes, rotating packets 1/2 turn after 6 minutes, until shrimp are pink.
  6. To serve, cut large X across top of each packet; carefully fold back foil to allow steam to escape.

Nutrition Facts

Calories310kcal
Protein37.34%
Fat3.92%
Carbs58.74%

Properties

Glycemic Index
18.86
Glycemic Load
22.63
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
14.739130559175%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
1.19mg
Isorhamnetin
0.67mg
Kaempferol
0.11mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
3.6mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:310kcal
15.5%
Fat:1.33g
2.05%
Saturated Fat:0.31g
1.94%
Carbohydrates:45.06g
15.02%
Net Carbohydrates:42.77g
15.55%
Sugar:2.95g
3.28%
Cholesterol:139.86mg
46.62%
Sodium:494.47mg
21.5%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:28.65g
57.29%
Phosphorus:492.46mg
49.25%
Vitamin C:27.33mg
33.13%
Manganese:0.66mg
32.86%
Copper:0.51mg
25.48%
Selenium:16.86µg
24.08%
Potassium:622.27mg
17.78%
Vitamin B12:1.07µg
17.77%
Magnesium:68.97mg
17.24%
Zinc:2.41mg
16.07%
Vitamin B6:0.3mg
15.01%
Vitamin A:667.12IU
13.34%
Iron:2.04mg
11.33%
Vitamin B3:1.99mg
9.97%
Calcium:98.5mg
9.85%
Fiber:2.28g
9.14%
Vitamin B5:0.78mg
7.78%
Folate:26.78µg
6.7%
Vitamin B1:0.09mg
6.14%
Vitamin E:0.9mg
6.02%
Vitamin B2:0.09mg
5.56%
Vitamin K:4.73µg
4.5%