Grilled Cajun-Spiced Catfish with Corn and Tomato Salad

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-14 · Updated 2026-06-14

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This dish features tender catfish fillets grilled with a robust Cajun spice blend, complemented by a fresh corn and tomato salad with a tangy lime dressing. This Southern US-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 25 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 310 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: 10 min Serves 4 Southern US cuisine 310 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 fillets (6 oz each) catfish fillets
2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
3 tbsp olive oil
1 cup (from 2 ears) fresh corn kernels
1 cup, halved cherry tomatoes
2 tbsp fresh lime juice
2 tbsp, chopped fresh cilantro
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Pat dry 4 catfish fillets and brush each with 2 tbsp olive oil, then evenly sprinkle 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning on both sides.
Step 2: Place the fillets on the grill and cook for 4-5 minutes per side until the fish flakes easily with a fork and has visible grill marks.
Step 3: Meanwhile, in a bowl, combine 1 cup fresh corn kernels, 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes, 2 tbsp fresh lime juice, 1 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper; toss gently until well mixed and flavors meld.
Step 4: Serve the grilled catfish hot with a generous portion of the corn and tomato salad on the side.