Pan-Seared Salmon with Soulful Cajun Spice and Sweet Corn Salsa

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-01 · Updated 2026-06-01

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A vibrant pan-seared salmon seasoned with a soulful blend of Cajun spices paired with a fresh, sweet corn salsa that brings a burst of summer freshness. This Caribbean-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs salmon fillets, olive oil, cajun seasoning for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 370 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 Caribbean cuisine 370 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 pieces, 6 oz each salmon fillets
3 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp cajun seasoning
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 cup fresh corn kernels
1/2 cup, finely diced red bell pepper
1/4 cup, finely diced red onion
1 small, seeded and minced jalapeño
2 tbsp, chopped fresh cilantro
2 tbsp lime juice
1 tsp honey

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Instructions

Step 1: Pat dry 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each) and season evenly with 2 tbsp cajun seasoning, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper on both sides.
Step 2: Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Place salmon fillets skin-side down and sear for 4-5 minutes until the edges are crispy and golden.
Step 3: Flip the fillets carefully and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
Step 4: In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup fresh corn kernels, 1/2 cup finely diced red bell pepper, 1/4 cup finely diced red onion, 1 minced jalapeño, 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro, 2 tbsp lime juice, and 1 tsp honey. Mix gently until well combined.
Step 5: Serve the salmon immediately topped with a generous scoop of the sweet corn salsa, garnishing with extra cilantro if desired.