Grilled Cajun Catfish with Avocado-Corn Relish (Gluten-Free, 20-Minute Recipe)

Enjoy a quick and flavorful gluten-free catfish dish with bold Cajun spices, gently slow-cooked for tender results, and topped with a fresh avocado-corn relish. Perfect for weeknights, this healthy recipe is ready in just 25 minutes.

⏱️ 25 minutes
👥 4 servings
🔥 350 calories
Grilled Cajun Catfish with Avocado-Corn Relish (Gluten-Free, 20-Minute Recipe)
Ingredients
  • 4 pieces catfish fillets
  • 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning (gluten-free)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 large avocado, diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 0.25 cup red onion, finely diced
  • 2 tbsp lime juice
  • 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
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Instructions

1

Pat catfish fillets dry and rub both sides with olive oil and Cajun seasoning.

⏱️ 2 minutes
2

Lightly grease the slow-cooker insert. Place seasoned catfish fillets in a single layer inside. Cover and cook on HIGH until fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.

⏱️ 15 minutes 🌡️ HIGH
3

While catfish cooks, combine corn, avocado, cherry tomatoes, red onion, lime juice, cilantro, salt, and black pepper in a medium bowl to make the relish. Toss gently to mix.

⏱️ 3 minutes
4

Carefully remove catfish from slow-cooker. Serve fillets topped with generous spoonfuls of avocado-corn relish.

⏱️ 2 minutes
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Nutrition Information

350
Calories
27g
Protein
15g
Carbs
19g
Fat

Per serving. Values are approximate and may vary.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, just thaw them completely and pat dry before seasoning and slow-cooking.

The fish should be opaque and flake easily with a fork after about 15 minutes on HIGH in the slow-cooker.

The Cajun seasoning adds a mild to moderate heat. Adjust the amount to your spice preference.

Yes, but for best texture, add the avocado just before serving to prevent browning.

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