Careme Recipes

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Garlic-Herb Marinated Tri-Tip Steaks with Grilled Asparagus, Onion & Tomato Cucumber Salad

Tri-tip steaks drink up a garlicky herb marinade, then hit the grill for a smoky char and juicy center. Paired with grilled asparagus, sweet onion wedges, and a crisp tomato-cucumber salad, this feels hearty, fresh, and made for a spring evening in Washington.

Wine picks:

  • Airfield Estates Yakima Valley Syrah $21.99 (sale $17.99) 750 ml
  • Chevalier du Grand Robert Cabernet Franc French Red Wine $16.88 (sale $12.99) 750 ml

Ingredients

  • Choice Tri-Tip Beef Steaks (About 2 per Pack)
    1 lb $11.99
  • Green Asparagus
    1 lb, trimmed $3.49
  • Jumbo Red Onions
    1 small onion, divided $0.99
  • Kroger® Fresh Grape Tomatoes
    10 oz, halved $2.49
  • Cucumber
    1, diced $0.79
  • Garlic
    3 cloves, minced $0.69
  • Fresh Organic Lemon - Each
    1 lemon $0.99
  • Parsley
    2 tablespoons chopped $1.29
  • olive oil
    3 tablespoons, divided
  • soy sauce
    1 tablespoon
  • red wine vinegar
    1 tablespoon
  • Dijon mustard
    1 teaspoon
  • kosher salt
    to taste
  • black pepper
    to taste
  • Airfield Estates Yakima Valley Syrah
    750 ml $21.99 (sale $17.99)

Instructions

  1. Preheat a grill to medium-high. Thinly slice half of 1 small red onion for the salad and cut the other half into thick wedges for grilling. Mince 3 garlic cloves. Zest and juice 1 lemon.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, all 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon lemon zest, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1 tablespoon chopped parsley, 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, and black pepper. Coat the 1 pound tri-tip steaks with the marinade and let sit for 20 minutes.
  3. Toss 1 pound asparagus with 1/2 tablespoon olive oil, salt, and pepper. In another bowl, combine 10 ounces halved grape tomatoes, 1 diced cucumber, the thinly sliced red onion, the remaining 1/2 tablespoon olive oil, a squeeze of lemon, the remaining parsley, salt, and black pepper.
  4. Grill the marinated tri-tip steaks for about 4 to 5 minutes per side for medium-rare to medium, depending on thickness. Grill the asparagus and onion wedges alongside, turning as needed, until tender-crisp and lightly charred, about 4 to 6 minutes.
  5. Rest the steak for 5 to 10 minutes, then slice against the grain. Serve with the grilled asparagus, grilled onion wedges, and tomato-cucumber salad. Spoon any resting juices over the sliced beef before serving.

Cook time: 45 minutes

Estimated cost: $13-16

Health notes: Approx. 620 calories per serving. High protein, moderate fat, and balanced with seasonal vegetables.

Drink pairing: Cabernet Franc or Syrah both pair well with the beefy tri-tip and grilled vegetables, while still letting the herb marinade shine.

Wine picks:

  • Airfield Estates Yakima Valley Syrah $21.99 (sale $17.99) 750 ml
  • Chevalier du Grand Robert Cabernet Franc French Red Wine $16.88 (sale $12.99) 750 ml

Why it works: Both picks echo elements of the marinade and the grilled flavors: a Washington Syrah to match the char, dark fruit and pepper of the tri‑tip, and a Cabernet Franc to pick up the herbaceous, lemony and slightly savory notes while remaining lively with the tomato‑cucumber salad. Choose the Syrah if you want a bolder, smokier match for the beef; pick the Cab Franc for a fresher, herb‑friendly pairing that highlights the parsley, lemon zest and grilled vegetables.

Seared Salmon with Sweet Potato Mash, Roasted Broccoli & Warm Tomato Basil Sauce

Golden-seared salmon, silky sweet potato mash, and caramelized broccoli make this feel like a polished bistro dinner at home. A spoonful of warm blistered tomato-basil sauce brightens every bite, giving the plate richness, freshness, and that little bit of elegance that makes an ordinary evening feel upgraded.

Wine picks:

  • La Crema Sonoma Coast Chardonnay California White Wine $18.99 (sale) 750 ml
  • La Crema Monterey Pinot Noir California Red Wine $16.99 (sale) 750 ml

Ingredients

  • Fresh Atlantic Farm Raised Whole Salmon Fillet
    1 lb, cut into 2 portions $10.99
  • Kroger® Sweet Potato
    1 bag (3 lb); use 1 1/2 lb, peeled and cubed $4.99
  • Broccoli Crown
    1 lb, cut into florets $2.49
  • Private Selection™ Fresh Petite Cherry Snacking Tomatoes
    1 package (10 oz) $3.79
  • Garlic
    3 cloves, minced and divided $0.69
  • Simple Truth Organic™ Basil
    2 tablespoons sliced $4.99
  • Fresh Organic Lemon - Each
    1 lemon, cut into wedges $0.99
  • olive oil
    3 tablespoons, divided
  • butter
    1 tablespoon
  • milk
    2 to 3 tablespoons
  • kosher salt
    to taste
  • black pepper
    to taste
  • smoked paprika
    1/2 teaspoon
  • La Crema Sonoma Coast Chardonnay California White Wine
    750 ml $18.99 (sale)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F. Peel and cube 1 1/2 pounds sweet potatoes. Cut 1 pound broccoli into florets. Mince 3 garlic cloves and keep 1 clove separate from the other 2. Slice 2 tablespoons basil. Cut 1 lemon into wedges. Portion 1 pound salmon into 2 equal pieces and pat dry.
  2. Place the sweet potatoes in a pot, cover with cold salted water, and bring to a boil. Simmer until very tender, about 12 to 15 minutes.
  3. On a sheet pan, toss the 1 pound broccoli florets and 10 ounces cherry tomatoes with 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, black pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika. Spread out well and roast until the broccoli is browned at the edges and the tomatoes are blistered and soft, about 15 to 18 minutes.
  4. While the vegetables roast, season the salmon with kosher salt and black pepper. Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat with 1 tablespoon olive oil. Sear the salmon skin-side down first if skin-on, or presentation-side down if skinless, until golden, about 3 minutes. Flip and transfer the skillet to the oven for 4 to 6 minutes, until just cooked through. Carefully remove the skillet using a dry oven mitt or folded towel—the handle will be extremely hot.
  5. Drain the sweet potatoes well and return them to the pot. Add 1 tablespoon butter, 2 to 3 tablespoons milk, the reserved 1 minced garlic clove, a pinch of kosher salt, and black pepper. Mash until smooth and creamy.
  6. Heat a small pan over medium heat with a light drizzle of olive oil if needed. Add the remaining 2 minced garlic cloves and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant, not browned. Add the roasted tomatoes and 2 tablespoons water, then simmer briefly for 1 to 2 minutes, gently crushing the tomatoes into a loose sauce. Stir in the sliced basil and season to taste.
  7. For plating, spoon the sweet potato mash onto each plate. Set a salmon portion on top or just alongside. Arrange the roasted broccoli next to it, then spoon the warm tomato-basil sauce over the salmon. Serve with lemon wedges for squeezing at the table.

Cook time: 50 minutes

Estimated cost: $18-22

Health notes: Approx. 700 calories per serving. About 42g protein, 39g carbs, 39g fat, 7g fiber. Rich in protein and healthy fats, with sweet potatoes and broccoli adding fiber and micronutrients.

Drink pairing: A round but fresh Chardonnay is ideal, or choose a light Pinot Noir if you want a red that flatters both the salmon and the sweet-savory vegetables.

Wine picks:

  • La Crema Sonoma Coast Chardonnay California White Wine $18.99 (sale) 750 ml
  • La Crema Monterey Pinot Noir California Red Wine $16.99 (sale) 750 ml

Why it works: Two complementary options depending on whether you want to lean into the dish’s richness (Chardonnay) or its tomato-herb brightness (Pinot Noir). Both picks are from the same producer for consistency of style—balanced oak and freshness in the Chardonnay; silky, savory red-fruit in the Pinot—so either will pair cleanly with seared salmon, sweet potato mash, roasted broccoli, and the warm tomato‑basil sauce.

Garlic-Herb Marinated Petite Sirloin with Grilled Asparagus, Onion & Tomato Cucumber Salad

This petite sirloin dinner brings steakhouse energy to the backyard: beefy, tender slices with a punchy garlic-herb marinade, smoky grilled asparagus, and a crisp tomato-cucumber salad that keeps the whole plate bright and fresh. It’s simple, bold, and exactly the kind of meal that makes grilling feel worth it.

Ingredients

  • Choice Petite Sirloin Beef Steak (About 2-3 Steaks)
    1 lb $6.99
  • Kroger® Fresh Grape Tomatoes
    10 oz, halved $2.49
  • Cucumber
    1, diced $0.79
  • Green Asparagus
    1 lb, trimmed $3.49
  • Jumbo Red Onions
    1 small onion, divided $0.99
  • Garlic
    3 cloves, minced $0.69
  • Fresh Organic Lemon - Each
    1 lemon $0.99
  • Parsley
    2 tablespoons chopped $1.29
  • olive oil
    3 tablespoons, divided
  • soy sauce
    1 tablespoon
  • red wine vinegar
    1 tablespoon
  • Dijon mustard
    1 teaspoon
  • kosher salt
    to taste
  • black pepper
    to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat a grill to medium-high. Thinly slice half of 1 small red onion for the salad and cut the other half into thick wedges for grilling. Mince 3 garlic cloves. Zest and juice 1 lemon.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, all 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon lemon zest, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1 tablespoon chopped parsley, 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, and black pepper. Coat the 1 pound petite sirloin with the marinade and let sit for 20 minutes.
  3. Toss 1 pound asparagus with 1/2 tablespoon olive oil, salt, and pepper. In another bowl, combine 10 ounces halved grape tomatoes, 1 diced cucumber, the thinly sliced red onion, the remaining 1/2 tablespoon olive oil, a squeeze of lemon, the remaining parsley, salt, and black pepper.
  4. Grill the marinated petite sirloin for about 4 to 5 minutes per side for medium-rare to medium, depending on thickness. Grill the asparagus and the onion wedges alongside, turning as needed, until the asparagus is tender-crisp and the onions are lightly charred, about 4 to 6 minutes.
  5. Rest the steak for 5 to 10 minutes, then slice against the grain. Serve with the grilled asparagus, grilled onion wedges, and tomato-cucumber salad. Spoon any resting juices from the steak over the sliced meat just before serving.

Cook time: 45 minutes

Estimated cost: $12-15

Health notes: Approx. 610 calories per serving. High protein, moderate fat, and balanced with grilled vegetables and a fresh salad.

Drink pairing: Cabernet Franc or Syrah both complement the char on the steak and the savory herb marinade while still working with the fresh salad.

Grilled Apple-Mustard Pork Chops with Charred Asparagus & Buttery Smashed Potatoes

These thick grilled pork chops come off the fire glossy with a sweet-tangy apple-mustard glaze, with charred asparagus and buttery smashed potatoes alongside. It’s the kind of spring grill dinner that tastes generous and satisfying without feeling too heavy.

Wine picks:

  • La Crema Monterey Pinot Noir $16.99 750 ml
  • Miraval Studio Rose $14.99 750 ml

Ingredients

  • Boneless Pork Loin Center Cut Thick Pork Chops
    1 lb (2 chops) $6.49
  • Large Fuji Apple – Each
    1 apple, cut into 1/2-inch thick wedges $1.99
  • Green Asparagus
    1 lb, trimmed $3.49
  • Private Selection® Petite Gold Gourmet Potatoes
    1 bag (1.5 lb); use about 12 oz $3.99
  • Fresh Organic Lemon - Each
    1 lemon, halved $0.99
  • Garlic
    2 cloves, minced $0.69
  • olive oil
    3 tablespoons, divided
  • Dijon mustard
    1 tablespoon
  • honey or brown sugar
    1 tablespoon
  • butter
    1 tablespoon
  • kosher salt
    to taste
  • black pepper
    to taste
  • La Crema Monterey Pinot Noir
    750 ml $16.99

Instructions

  1. Preheat the grill to medium-high. Halve any large potatoes so they cook evenly. Boil about 12 ounces petite gold potatoes in salted water until fork-tender, 12 to 15 minutes, then drain.
  2. In a small bowl, mix 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, 1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar, 1 minced garlic clove, 1 teaspoon lemon juice squeezed from one lemon half, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, and black pepper. Transfer about 1 tablespoon of this glaze to a separate clean bowl and reserve it for brushing on the cooked side of the pork later. Rub the remaining glaze over the 2 pork chops and let sit while the grill heats fully.
  3. Toss 1 pound trimmed asparagus and the apple wedges with 1 tablespoon olive oil, the remaining minced garlic clove, salt, and pepper.
  4. Grill the pork chops for about 4 to 5 minutes per side, until nicely marked and cooked through to 145°F. During the last minute of cooking, brush the pork with the reserved clean glaze. Rest 5 minutes after grilling.
  5. While the pork cooks, grill the asparagus and apple wedges until lightly charred and just tender, about 4 to 6 minutes total, turning as needed. Grill both lemon halves cut-side down for about 2 minutes.
  6. Lightly smash the cooked potatoes with 1 tablespoon butter, the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt, pepper, and a squeeze of grilled lemon. Slice or serve the pork chops whole with the smashed potatoes, grilled asparagus, and apples.

Cook time: 40 minutes

Estimated cost: $13-17

Health notes: Approx. 710 calories per serving. High in protein with moderate carbs and a balanced mix of vegetables and potatoes.

Drink pairing: A juicy Pinot Noir or dry Rosé pairs beautifully with grilled pork, apples, and the gentle sweetness in the glaze.

Wine picks:

  • La Crema Monterey Pinot Noir $16.99 750 ml
  • Miraval Studio Rose $14.99 750 ml

Why it works: Two complementary options: a juicy, food-friendly Pinot Noir to echo the pork and grilled apple-mustard glaze, and a dry, crisp Provence-style rosé to brighten the charred asparagus, lemon and apples. Both bottles have enough acidity to cut the butter in the potatoes and gentle fruit/earth notes to match the grill char without overpowering the pork.

Shopping list
  • Choice Tri-Tip Beef Steaks (About 2 per Pack) 1 lb
  • Green Asparagus 1 lb, trimmed, 1 lb, trimmed, 1 lb, trimmed
  • Jumbo Red Onions 1 small onion, divided, 1 small onion, divided
  • Kroger® Fresh Grape Tomatoes 10 oz, halved, 10 oz, halved
  • Cucumber 1, diced, 1, diced
  • Garlic 3 cloves, minced, 3 cloves, minced and divided, 3 cloves, minced, 2 cloves, minced
  • Fresh Organic Lemon - Each 1 lemon, 1 lemon, cut into wedges, 1 lemon, 1 lemon, halved
  • Parsley 2 tablespoons chopped, 2 tablespoons chopped
  • olive oil 3 tablespoons, divided, 3 tablespoons, divided, 3 tablespoons, divided, 3 tablespoons, divided
  • soy sauce 1 tablespoon, 1 tablespoon
  • red wine vinegar 1 tablespoon, 1 tablespoon
  • Dijon mustard 1 teaspoon, 1 teaspoon, 1 tablespoon
  • kosher salt to taste, to taste, to taste, to taste
  • black pepper to taste, to taste, to taste, to taste
  • Airfield Estates Yakima Valley Syrah 750 ml
  • Fresh Atlantic Farm Raised Whole Salmon Fillet 1 lb, cut into 2 portions
  • Kroger® Sweet Potato 1 bag (3 lb); use 1 1/2 lb, peeled and cubed
  • Broccoli Crown 1 lb, cut into florets
  • Private Selection™ Fresh Petite Cherry Snacking Tomatoes 1 package (10 oz)
  • Simple Truth Organic™ Basil 2 tablespoons sliced
  • butter 1 tablespoon, 1 tablespoon
  • milk 2 to 3 tablespoons
  • smoked paprika 1/2 teaspoon
  • La Crema Sonoma Coast Chardonnay California White Wine 750 ml
  • Choice Petite Sirloin Beef Steak (About 2-3 Steaks) 1 lb
  • Boneless Pork Loin Center Cut Thick Pork Chops 1 lb (2 chops)
  • Large Fuji Apple – Each 1 apple, cut into 1/2-inch thick wedges
  • Private Selection® Petite Gold Gourmet Potatoes 1 bag (1.5 lb); use about 12 oz
  • honey or brown sugar 1 tablespoon
  • La Crema Monterey Pinot Noir 750 ml

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