Home/Foods/Other Dry Goods & Pantry/SpiceCajun Seasoning

Cajun Seasoning

Cajun Seasoning is a bold spice blend originating from Louisiana cuisine, used to add heat, smokiness and savory depth to seafood, chicken, rice and stews. It typically combines paprika, cayenne, garlic, onion, oregano and other warm spices to create a punchy seasoning that defines many Creole and Cajun dishes. Nutritionally, commercial blends can be very high in sodium — 8.3g per 100g — so a little goes a long way; besides salt, the mix can contribute small amounts of fiber and fat-soluble vitamins from paprika and dried peppers. Making or choosing a low-salt version lets you enjoy the flavor while reducing added sodium. From a health perspective, this is primarily a flavoring rather than a calorie-dense ingredient; when used sparingly it can help increase the appeal of lean proteins and vegetables. Opting for reduced-sodium or salt-free formulations preserves the aromatic and antioxidant-rich spices without the excess salt.

Vegan · Lactose free · Gluten free · Processed · ~2.50€/100g

Kinome Health Grade

S

Optimal

-

Nutrition

Macronutrients per selected portion. Averaged from verified sources.

Calories

251 kcal

13% of Daily kcal · energy-dense

Protein

7.6 g

15% RDI

Fat

6.9 g

1.2g sat fat

Carbs

46 g

17% RDI

Sugar

2.8 g

6% RDI

Fiber

20 g

66% RDI

Salt

8.3 g

100% RDI

Nutrition quality

Scored against dietary guidelines. Tap rows for a deeper breakdown.

Composite score - weighted by current nutrition science

S · 9.6 / 10

Healthy alternatives

Ingredients that rank higher on the overall quality profile and might substitute well in some recipes.

Recipes featuring Cajun Seasoning

Top-rated recipes across the kinome library.

All 5 recipes

Frequently asked

Q.01Is Cajun Seasoning healthy?

Yes, Cajun Seasoning is exceptionally healthy, earning an S Health Grade. It is a good source of dietary fiber (19.8g per 100g).

Q.03What NOVA processing level is Cajun Seasoning?

Cajun Seasoning is NOVA 3 - Processed.

Q.05Is Cajun Seasoning gluten free?

Yes, Cajun Seasoning is gluten free.

Q.02What are the macros in Cajun Seasoning?

100g of Cajun Seasoning contains 251 kcal, 7.6g protein, 46.1g carbohydrates, 6.9g fat, and 19.8g fiber.

Q.04Is Cajun Seasoning vegan?

Yes, Cajun Seasoning is vegan.

Q.06Is Cajun Seasoning lactose free?

Yes, Cajun Seasoning is lactose free.

KinomeOther Dry Goods & Pantry