Grilled Cajun-Spiced Catfish with Roasted Corn Salsa

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-07 · Updated 2026-05-07

Spicy Cajun-seasoned catfish grilled to flaky perfection, paired with a vibrant roasted corn and tomato salsa for a fresh, smoky flavor contrast. This Southern American-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 27 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 (6 oz each) catfish fillets
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
• 1 cup fresh corn kernels
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced
• 2 tbsp lime juice
• 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Brush 4 catfish fillets with 2 tbsp olive oil and sprinkle evenly with 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning. Let rest for 10 minutes.
2. Step 2: Toss 1 cup fresh corn kernels, 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes, and 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper with 1 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp lime juice, 2 tbsp chopped cilantro, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Set aside to marinate.
3. Step 3: Place the catfish fillets on the preheated grill and cook for 4-5 minutes per side until the fish flakes easily with a fork and has grill marks.
4. Step 4: Serve the grilled catfish topped with the roasted corn salsa, spooning generously to combine smoky, tangy flavors.