Grilled Cajun-Spiced Catfish with Roasted Sweet Corn Salad

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-31 · Updated 2026-07-31

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A smoky grilled catfish fillet seasoned with bold Cajun spices served alongside a vibrant roasted sweet corn salad with fresh herbs and lime. This Southern-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 35 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 Southern cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 pieces (6 oz each) catfish fillets
3 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
3 ears fresh corn on the cob
1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
1 medium, diced red bell pepper
1/2 medium, finely chopped red onion
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
2 tbsp fresh lime juice
1 tsp divided salt
1/2 tsp divided black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Brush 4 catfish fillets with 2 tbsp olive oil, then evenly rub 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning all over the fillets. Set aside.
Step 2: Husk 3 ears of fresh corn and lightly brush with 1 tbsp olive oil. Place corn directly on the grill and roast for 10-12 minutes, turning every 3 minutes until the kernels are charred and tender. Remove and let cool.
Step 3: While the corn cools, chop 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes, 1 diced red bell pepper, 1/2 finely chopped red onion, and 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro into a bowl. Cut the cooled corn kernels off the cob and add to the bowl.
Step 4: Add 2 tbsp fresh lime juice, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper to the corn salad. Toss well to combine and let flavors meld.
Step 5: Place the seasoned catfish fillets on the grill and cook for 4-5 minutes per side until opaque and flaky, basting occasionally with any remaining olive oil.
Step 6: Serve the grilled catfish alongside the roasted sweet corn salad, garnished with additional cilantro if desired.