Grilled Cajun-Spiced Catfish with Corn and Black Bean Salad

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-04 · Updated 2026-05-04

A spicy grilled catfish fillet served alongside a fresh, tangy corn and black bean salad that balances smoky and bright flavors. This Southern American-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs catfish fillets, olive oil, Cajun seasoning 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.

Ingredients

• 4 fillets (6 oz each) catfish fillets
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
• 1 cup fresh corn kernels
• 1 cup, drained and rinsed canned black beans
• 1 medium, diced red bell pepper
• 1/4 cup, finely chopped red onion
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 2 tbsp lime juice
• 1 tsp honey
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Brush 4 catfish fillets with 2 tbsp olive oil and evenly sprinkle 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning over both sides.
2. Step 2: Place the catfish fillets on the grill and cook for 4-5 minutes per side until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
3. Step 3: While the fish grills, combine 1 cup fresh corn kernels, 1 cup drained and rinsed canned black beans, 1 diced medium red bell pepper, 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion, and 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro in a bowl.
4. Step 4: In a small bowl, whisk together 1 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp lime juice, 1 tsp honey, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper until emulsified.
5. Step 5: Pour the dressing over the corn and black bean mixture, tossing gently to combine and letting it sit for 5 minutes to meld flavors.
6. Step 6: Serve the grilled Cajun-spiced catfish fillets with a generous scoop of the corn and black bean salad on the side for a vibrant, balanced meal.