Cajun Spiced Basa and Parsley Dressing
with Herby Mash, Garlicky Green Beans and Tenderstem®
- Fish
This delicious Cajun Spiced Basa and Parsley Dressing has been expertly designed by our chefs as a lighter option to help with a balanced lifestyle.
Ingredients
450 grams
Potatoes
1 bunch(es)
Flat Leaf Parsley
80 grams
Green Beans
1 unit(s)
Garlic Clove
½ unit(s)
Lemon
1 sachet(s)
Cajun Spice Mix
2 unit(s)
Basa Fillets
(Contains: Fish)
80 grams
Tenderstem® Broccoli
Not included in your delivery
1.5 tbsp
Olive Oil for the Dressing
Nutrition Values
Utensils
Cooking Steps
a) Preheat your oven to 220°C/200°C fan/gas mark 7.
b) Put a large saucepan of water with 1/2 tsp salt on to boil.
c) Chop the potatoes into 2cm chunks (peel first if you prefer).
d) When boiling, add the potatoes to the water and cook until you can easily slip a knife through, 15-18 mins.
a) Meanwhile, roughly chop the parsley (stalks and all).
b) Trim the green beans.
c) Peel and grate the garlic (or use a garlic press).
d) Zest and halve the lemon.
a) Lay the basa on a lined baking tray and sprinkle over half the Cajun spice mix (add less if you'd prefer things milder).
b) Season with salt and pepper and drizzle with oil, then rub the flavourings into the fish.
c) Bake the basa on the middle shelf until cooked, 10-12 mins. IMPORTANT: Wash your hands and equipment after handling raw fish. It's cooked when opaque in the middle.
a) Meanwhile, put the remaining Cajun spice mix into a small bowl (add less if you'd prefer things milder).
b) Add the lemon zest, then squeeze in some lemon juice.
c) Season with salt, then mix in the olive oil for the dressing (see pantry for amount) and half the parsley.
d) Add more lemon juice to taste.
a) Heat a drizzle of oil in a large frying pan on medium-high heat. Halve any thick broccoli stems lengthways.
b) Once hot, add the green beans and Tenderstem® to the pan. Stir-fry for 2-3 mins.
c) Stir in the garlic and cook for 1 min more.
c) Add a splash of water, then cover with a lid and allow to cook until the veg is tender, 2-3 mins.
a) Once the potatoes are cooked, drain in a colander and return to the pan, off the heat.
b) Add a splash of milk and a knob of butter (if you have any) and mash until smooth. Stir through the remaining parsley, then season to taste with salt and pepper.
c) Share the mash between your bowls, then top with the green beans, broccoli and basa. Finish by drizzling over the spicy parsley dressing.
Enjoy!
Customer reviews
Review summary
Updated on Aug 2026- Flavour: The Cajun spice and lemon dressing bring real depth to the basa, with the parsley mash and garlicky greens rounding out the dish nicely. Some found the spice overpowering, while others felt the fish needed more seasoning.
- Ease of prep: Straightforward to follow, though the actual cooking time runs closer to 35–45 minutes rather than the suggested 20.
- Suggestions: Use less Cajun spice if you prefer a milder result, and add extra lemon juice to balance the heat. Frying the fish in a pan rather than baking it is worth trying for a slightly different finish. Ensure potatoes are chopped small enough to cook evenly within the suggested time.
- Next-day meals: Some found the portions on the smaller side, particularly the fish; adding an extra fillet or a few more potatoes helps make it a more filling meal.
- Customisation: Swapping butter and milk for low-fat Greek yoghurt in the mash works well as a lighter alternative; sweet potato mash is another popular variation. Consider adjusting the dressing quantity to taste, as some found it too oily when used in full.
