Grilled Cajun-Spiced Pork Chops with Corn and Black Bean Salad

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-03 · Updated 2026-05-03

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Juicy grilled pork chops seasoned with Cajun spices served alongside a refreshing corn and black bean salad with lime dressing. This Southern American-inspired pork recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs pork chops, Cajun seasoning, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 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 American cuisine 450 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 bone-in, about 1 inch thick pork chops
2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cups (from 3 ears) fresh corn kernels
1 cup canned, rinsed and drained black beans
1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
3 tablespoons lime juice
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Rub 4 pork chops evenly with 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning and 1 tablespoon olive oil, massaging the spice into both sides.
Step 2: Grill the pork chops for 4-5 minutes per side until they reach an internal temperature of 145°F and have nice grill marks. Remove and rest for 5 minutes.
Step 3: While pork cooks, combine 2 cups fresh corn kernels, 1 cup rinsed black beans, 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper, 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion, and 1/4 cup chopped cilantro in a large bowl.
Step 4: Whisk together 3 tablespoons lime juice, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; pour over salad and toss to coat evenly.
Step 5: Serve grilled pork chops alongside the corn and black bean salad for a colorful, flavorful meal.