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PNW Sheet-Pan Rockfish with Tomato, Zucchini, and Corn

Peak-season tomatoes, zucchini, and sweet corn roast alongside budget-friendly, ultra-fresh Pacific rockfish for a bright, Pacific Northwest weeknight dinner that lands on the table in about 30 minutes.

Ingredients

  • Fresh Rockfish Fillet (Pacific caught) ~12 oz (cut into 2 portions) $4.99/lb (sale; was $9.99). Using ~0.75 lb β‰ˆ $3.74
  • Fresh Organic On-the-Vine Tomatoes 2 medium (about 1/2 lb), cut into thick wedges $3.69/lb. Using ~0.5 lb β‰ˆ $1.85
  • Organic Zucchini Squash 1 medium, cut into half-moons $2.49/lb. Using ~0.6 lb β‰ˆ $1.50
  • Kroger Sweet Corn on the Cob (4 ct) Kernels from 2 ears $5.99/4 ears (~$1.50/ear). Using 2 ears β‰ˆ $3.00
  • Simple Truth Organic Baby Dill (0.5 oz) 2 Tbsp chopped (plus more for garnish) $2.79
  • Simple Truth Organic Garlic Bulbs (3 ct) 2 cloves, minced $2.79/package
  • Olive oil 2.5 Tbsp, divided
  • Lemon 1 (zest and juice)
  • Crushed red pepper flakes (optional) Pinch
  • Kosher salt & black pepper To taste

Instructions

  1. Heat oven to 425Β°F. Line a large sheet pan with parchment for easy cleanup.
  2. Prep vegetables: Cut tomatoes and zucchini; strip corn from cobs. Mince garlic and chop dill. Zest and juice the lemon.
  3. Toss the vegetables on the pan with 1.5 Tbsp olive oil, half the garlic, half the dill, lemon zest, a squeeze of lemon, salt, pepper, and a pinch of red pepper flakes (optional). Spread in an even layer.
  4. Pat rockfish dry. Season both sides with salt and pepper. Drizzle with 1 Tbsp olive oil and a little lemon juice.
  5. Roast vegetables 10 minutes. Remove pan, push veg to the sides, and place fish in the center.
  6. Return pan to oven and roast 8–12 minutes more, depending on thickness, until rockfish flakes easily and reaches 145Β°F internally.
  7. Finish: Scatter remaining dill over everything and add a final squeeze of lemon. Serve fish over the roasted veg with pan juices spooned on top.

Health notes: About 500–550 kcal per serving. High protein, rich in omega-3s, and heavy on late-summer vegetables. Moderate healthy fats from olive oil; low saturated fat.

Drink pairing: Washington pick: Chateau Ste. Michelle Dry Riesling (Columbia Valley) β€” citrusy zip balances sweet corn and the delicate rockfish.

Grilled Lemon-Garlic Shrimp & Zucchini Skewers with Herbed Yukon Golds

Big-sale shrimp meet late-summer zucchini on the grill for smoky, lemony skewers. Crispy herbed Yukon Golds round out the plate for a satisfying, sunshiney dinner.

Ingredients

  • Extra Large EZ Peel Shrimp 21/25 (raw) 1 lb (thawed if frozen), peeled/deveined, tails on or off $7.99/lb (sale; was $14.99). Using 1 lb = $7.99
  • Organic Zucchini Squash 2 medium, cut into 1/2-inch half-moons $2.49/lb. Using ~1.2 lb β‰ˆ $3.00
  • Organic Yukon Gold Potatoes (3 lb bag) 1 lb, cut into 1-inch chunks $4.99/3 lb. Using ~1 lb β‰ˆ $1.66
  • Simple Truth Organic Thai Basil (0.5 oz) 2 Tbsp chopped (or use parsley if preferred) $2.79
  • Simple Truth Organic Garlic Bulbs (3 ct) 3 cloves, minced (divided) $2.79/package
  • Lemon 2 (zest and juice of 1 for marinade; 1 cut into wedges)
  • Olive oil 3 Tbsp (divided)
  • Smoked paprika (optional) 1/2 tsp
  • Kosher salt & black pepper To taste
  • Skewers (metal or soaked wooden) 6–8

Instructions

  1. Prep the grill for medium-high heat (about 450Β°F). If using wooden skewers, soak them 10–15 minutes.
  2. Parboil potatoes: Place potatoes in a pot of cold salted water. Bring to a boil and cook until just fork-tender, 8–10 minutes. Drain and steam-dry in the colander.
  3. Marinate shrimp: In a bowl, combine 2 Tbsp olive oil, zest of 1 lemon, juice of 1/2 lemon, 2 minced garlic cloves, smoked paprika (optional), 1 Tbsp chopped basil, 1/2 tsp salt, and black pepper. Toss in shrimp and let stand 10–15 minutes while you prep zucchini.
  4. Season zucchini: Toss zucchini with 1 Tbsp olive oil, pinch of salt, and pepper.
  5. Skewer: Thread shrimp and zucchini alternately on skewers.
  6. Grill potatoes: Toss potatoes with remaining minced garlic, remaining basil, a drizzle of olive oil, salt, and pepper. Place in a grill basket or on foil; grill, turning occasionally, until crispy and golden, 8–12 minutes.
  7. Grill skewers: Grill shrimp skewers 2–3 minutes per side until just opaque and lightly charred.
  8. Finish & serve: Squeeze remaining lemon over skewers. Serve with crispy herbed potatoes and extra lemon wedges.

Health notes: Approximately 650–700 kcal per serving. Lean protein, high in potassium from potatoes, and rich in fiber; moderate olive oil; naturally gluten-free.

Drink pairing: Local option: DeLille Cellars Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley) β€” bright citrus and herb notes echo the marinade. Beer lovers: Reuben’s Brews PNW Pils.

Thai Basil Beef with Green Beans and Tomatoes over Jasmine Rice

A fast, fragrant Thai-style basil beef stir-fry piled over steamy rice. It leans on a value cut of on-sale top round and Washington’s plentiful green beans and tomatoes.

Ingredients

  • Certified Angus Beef Choice Top Round Steak 12 oz, thinly sliced against the grain $9.59/lb (sale; was $11.99). Using ~0.75 lb β‰ˆ $7.19
  • Kroger Fresh Green Beans - Bag 8 oz, trimmed $3.69/lb. Using ~0.5 lb β‰ˆ $1.85
  • Simple Truth Organic Fresh Grape Snacking Tomatoes (10 oz) About 1 heaping cup, halved $4.79/10 oz. Using ~5 oz β‰ˆ $2.40
  • Simple Truth Organic Thai Basil (0.5 oz) 1 packed cup leaves (about half the container) $2.79
  • Organic Yellow Onion 1 small, thinly sliced $2.19/lb. Using ~0.5 lb β‰ˆ $1.10
  • Organic Ginger Root 1 Tbsp finely minced $5.99/lb. Using ~1 oz β‰ˆ $0.38
  • Simple Truth Organic Garlic Bulbs (3 ct) 3 cloves, minced $2.79/package
  • Soy sauce (or tamari) 2 Tbsp
  • Fish sauce 1–1.5 Tbsp
  • Brown sugar 1–2 tsp (to taste)
  • Rice vinegar or lime 2 tsp or 1/2 lime, to finish
  • Neutral oil 1.5 Tbsp, divided
  • Jasmine rice 1 cup dry (about 3 cups cooked)

Instructions

  1. Start rice on the stove: Rinse 1 cup jasmine rice until water runs clear. Combine with 1.25 cups water and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, cover, lower heat to very low, and cook 12 minutes. Rest off heat 5 minutes, then fluff.
  2. Prep aromatics and beef: Thinly slice steak across the grain; toss with 1 tsp soy and 1 tsp oil. Mince garlic and ginger; slice onion; trim green beans; halve tomatoes; pick basil leaves.
  3. Make stir-fry sauce: In a small bowl, mix remaining soy sauce, fish sauce, brown sugar, and 1 Tbsp water. Adjust sweetness/salt to taste.
  4. Stir-fry beans: Heat a large skillet or wok over high heat. Add 1 tsp oil. Stir-fry green beans with a pinch of salt until blistered-tender, 3–4 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
  5. Sear beef: Add remaining oil; when shimmering, spread beef in a single layer. Sear 60–90 seconds per side until just browned; push to the edges.
  6. Aromatics and veg: Add onion, garlic, and ginger to the center; stir 30 seconds until fragrant. Return beans, add tomatoes, and pour in sauce. Toss 60–90 seconds until glossy and beef is just cooked.
  7. Finish: Kill heat, toss in Thai basil until wilted. Brighten with vinegar or lime. Serve immediately over fluffy jasmine rice.

Health notes: Around 700–750 kcal per serving (with rice). High protein and iron; includes fiber-rich green beans and tomatoes. Can reduce oil or use brown rice for lighter option.

Drink pairing: Off-dry Washington Riesling (e.g., Chateau Ste. Michelle) or a crisp local lager/pilsner like Reuben’s Brews PNW Pils to tame the heat.

Shopping list
  • Fresh Rockfish Fillet (Pacific caught) ~12 oz (cut into 2 portions)
  • Fresh Organic On-the-Vine Tomatoes 2 medium (about 1/2 lb), cut into thick wedges
  • Organic Zucchini Squash 1 medium, cut into half-moons, 2 medium, cut into 1/2-inch half-moons
  • Kroger Sweet Corn on the Cob (4 ct) Kernels from 2 ears
  • Simple Truth Organic Baby Dill (0.5 oz) 2 Tbsp chopped (plus more for garnish)
  • Simple Truth Organic Garlic Bulbs (3 ct) 2 cloves, minced, 3 cloves, minced (divided), 3 cloves, minced
  • Olive oil 2.5 Tbsp, divided, 3 Tbsp (divided)
  • Lemon 1 (zest and juice), 2 (zest and juice of 1 for marinade; 1 cut into wedges)
  • Crushed red pepper flakes (optional) Pinch
  • Kosher salt & black pepper To taste, To taste
  • Extra Large EZ Peel Shrimp 21/25 (raw) 1 lb (thawed if frozen), peeled/deveined, tails on or off
  • Organic Yukon Gold Potatoes (3 lb bag) 1 lb, cut into 1-inch chunks
  • Simple Truth Organic Thai Basil (0.5 oz) 2 Tbsp chopped (or use parsley if preferred), 1 packed cup leaves (about half the container)
  • Smoked paprika (optional) 1/2 tsp
  • Skewers (metal or soaked wooden) 6–8
  • Certified Angus Beef Choice Top Round Steak 12 oz, thinly sliced against the grain
  • Kroger Fresh Green Beans - Bag 8 oz, trimmed
  • Simple Truth Organic Fresh Grape Snacking Tomatoes (10 oz) About 1 heaping cup, halved
  • Organic Yellow Onion 1 small, thinly sliced
  • Organic Ginger Root 1 Tbsp finely minced
  • Soy sauce (or tamari) 2 Tbsp
  • Fish sauce 1–1.5 Tbsp
  • Brown sugar 1–2 tsp (to taste)
  • Rice vinegar or lime 2 tsp or 1/2 lime, to finish
  • Neutral oil 1.5 Tbsp, divided
  • Jasmine rice 1 cup dry (about 3 cups cooked)

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