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Grilled Cajun Fish Bowl plated in blue bowl.
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5 from 5 votes

Grilled Cajun Fish Bowls

Total Time1 hour
Servings: 4
Author: Alex Snodgrass

Ingredients

For the Cajun Seasoning:

  • 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

For the Creamy Cajun Drizzle:

  • 1/3 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon grainy Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon cajun seasoning mixture
  • 1 tablespoon Louisiana-style hot sauce
  • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoons dill relish
  • kosher salt, to taste

For the Fish:

  • 1½ pounds red snapper fillets, skin on
  • 2 tablespoons avocado oil
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • Remaining cajun seasoning blend

For Serving:

  • 1 cup prepared white or brown rice
  • 4 green onions, thinly sliced on the diagonal
  • 1 roma tomato, halved and thinly sliced
  • 1 cup shredded iceberg lettuce
  • 1 lemon, cut into wedges
  • Fresh dill or parsley, for garnish

Instructions

Mix the Cajun Seasoning:

  • In a small bowl, combine the smoked paprika, garlic powder, thyme, oregano, cayenne, and black pepper. Set aside.

Make the Creamy Cajun Drizzle:

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the mayo, grainy Dijon mustard, 1 teaspoon of the prepared Cajun seasoning, hot sauce, lemon juice, dill relish, and a pinch of salt. Mix until smooth and set aside.

Season the Fish:

  • Pat the red snapper fillets dry and place on a plate or tray. Drizzle with avocado oil and sprinkle evenly with the salt and the remaining Cajun seasoning blend, pressing gently to adhere.

Grill the Fish:

  • Preheat the grill to medium heat (around 325°F). Lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking. Place the fish on the grill skin-side down and grill for 10 to 15 minutes, depending on the thickness of your fillets, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. Do not flip. Remove from the grill and set aside.

Assemble the Bowls:

  • Divide the cooked rice among serving bowls. Top with the grilled fish, green onions, sliced tomato, and shredded iceberg lettuce. Drizzle generously with the creamy Cajun sauce.
  • Garnish with fresh dill or parsley and serve with lemon wedges on the side.

Nutrition

Calories: 393kcal | Carbohydrates: 46g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 10g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 0.04g | Cholesterol: 8mg | Sodium: 877mg | Potassium: 274mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 1185IU | Vitamin C: 26mg | Calcium: 59mg | Iron: 2mg