Some are strict with sticking to one kind of vegetable per meal. I have not been that strict with it though, and still have lost as expected.
I haven't tried Cajun spice, but since spices are generally acceptable so long as they don't have sugar added or too much salt, I like to vary the spices I use. Sometimes I use a red chili pepper mix to give it a Southwest flavor. Other times I use a red curry spice, cook my chicken or fish with tomatoes. That makes a very satisfying stew.