A spring-forward dinner for 4 built around herb-marinated grilled lamb chops, creamy roasted golden beets, and charred asparagus with a lemon finish. It feels dinner-party worthy while staying rooted in early-March Washington produce.
Details
Ingredients
- Simple Truth® Natural Lamb Loin Chops about 2 lb $15.99/lb sale
- Green Asparagus 2 lb $4.99/lb sale
- Golden Beets 2 lb $2.69/lb
- Jumbo Yellow Onions 1 lb $1.49/lb
- Garlic 1 bulb $1.50 each
- Parsley 1 bunch $1.69 each
- Organic Rosemary or rosemary pantry equivalent small amount $2.79 if buying fresh
- Fresh Organic Lemon or regular lemon 2 lemons $1.69 each organic / bag available
- Yukon Gold Potatoes 1.5 lb $1.49/lb
Instructions
- Heat oven to 425°F. Trim and scrub 2 lb golden beets ($2.69/lb). Wrap them loosely in foil with a drizzle of oil and a pinch of salt; roast 40–50 minutes until tender. At the same time, roast 1.5 lb Yukon gold potatoes ($1.49/lb), cut into chunks, tossed with oil, salt, pepper, and half of 1 sliced yellow onion ($1.49/lb), for 30–35 minutes until browned.
- Make a lamb marinade: combine 4 minced garlic cloves (from 1 bulb, $1.50), 2 tbsp chopped parsley ($1.69), 1 tsp chopped rosemary, zest of 1 lemon, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 3 tbsp olive oil, 1.5 tsp salt, and black pepper. Rub over about 2 lb lamb loin chops ($15.99/lb sale) and let sit 20–30 minutes.
- Snap woody ends from 2 lb asparagus ($4.99/lb sale). Toss with olive oil, salt, pepper, and a little lemon zest.
- Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high. Grill lamb chops about 3–4 minutes per side for medium-rare to medium, depending on thickness. Rest 5–8 minutes.
- While lamb rests, grill or sear asparagus 4–6 minutes until lightly charred but still bright. Finish with a squeeze of lemon.
- Peel roasted beets and cut into wedges. Toss with a spoonful of olive oil, a little lemon juice, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper. If desired, fold in a spoonful of yogurt or goat cheese from home for a creamier side.
- Serve lamb chops with roasted potatoes, warm beet salad, and charred asparagus. Spoon any resting juices from the lamb over the potatoes.
Cook time: 55 minutes
Estimated cost: About $34–$42 + wine
Health notes: Higher-protein, moderately rich. Lamb adds more fat than chicken, balanced by asparagus and beets. About 700–900 calories per serving depending on oil and sides.
Drink pairing: Best with Pinot Noir; Sauvignon Blanc works if you want a brighter table wine.