Baked Cajun-Spiced Catfish with Cornbread Salad

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-03 · Updated 2026-06-03

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A Southern-inspired baked catfish seasoned with bold Cajun spices, paired with a fresh cornbread and tomato salad that highlights regional flavors. This Southern-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs catfish fillets, Cajun seasoning, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Southern cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 fillets (6 oz each) catfish fillets
2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
3 tbsp olive oil
2 cups, cubed cornbread
1 cup, halved cherry tomatoes
1/4 cup, finely diced red onion
2 tbsp, chopped fresh parsley
2 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Brush 3 tbsp olive oil over 4 catfish fillets and rub evenly with 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment and bake for 15 minutes until fish flakes easily with a fork.
Step 2: Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine 2 cups cubed cornbread, 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes, 1/4 cup finely diced red onion, and 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley.
Step 3: Drizzle salad with 2 tbsp lemon juice and 1 tbsp olive oil (reserved from the initial 3 tbsp), then toss gently to combine. Serve baked catfish on a bed of cornbread salad for a vibrant regional dish.