Careme Recipes

Location: Fred Meyer - Greenwood (100 NW 85th St)

Lemony Chicken Romaine Salad with Toast

A hearty spring-forward salad with warm seared chicken, crisp romaine, radishes, cucumber, and a lemony pan sauce that doubles as dressing. Toasted bread on the side makes it a full meal.

Ingredients

  • Hand Trimmed Boneless Skinless Fresh Chicken Breast 12 oz $4.99/lb
  • Romaine Lettuce 1 head $2.49
  • Organic Radishes 1 bunch $1.99
  • English Cucumber 1 $1.50
  • Fresh Large Red Slicing Tomato 1 large $2.29/lb
  • Parsley 2 tbsp chopped $1.29
  • Fresh Organic Lemon 1 $1.29
  • Garlic 1 clove $0.69
  • Bread from pantry/bakery 4 slices pantry

Instructions

  1. Season 12 oz chicken breast with salt and pepper. Sear in a skillet with a little oil over medium heat for 5 to 6 minutes per side until cooked through; rest, then slice.
  2. Wash and chop 1 head romaine. Thinly slice radishes, cucumber, and tomato. Toss in a bowl with chopped parsley.
  3. Whisk lemon juice, a little zest, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper into a quick dressing.
  4. Toss salad with half the dressing. Top with sliced chicken and drizzle remaining dressing over the protein.
  5. Toast or grill 4 slices of bread until crisp. Serve alongside the salad.

Cook time: 30 minutes

Estimated cost: $11-14

Health notes: Lean protein, high vegetable volume, moderate carbs with bread.

Drink pairing: Sauvignon Blanc

Warm Shrimp, Asparagus & Avocado Salad with Grilled Bread

A warm shrimp salad built around in-season Washington asparagus, tender lettuce, tomatoes, and avocado, served with grilled bread for a fresh but satisfying dinner.

Ingredients

  • Large Peeled and Deveined Shrimp Raw 31/40 12 oz $7.99/lb sale
  • Green Asparagus 1/2 lb $3.99/lb
  • Hearts of Romaine Lettuce 1 pack $3.99
  • Kroger Fresh Hass Avocados Bag 1 avocado $3.99/4 ct
  • Kroger Fresh Grape Tomatoes 1/2 pack $2.49/10 oz
  • Fresh Organic Limes 1 $1.29 each
  • Organic Cilantro 2 tbsp chopped $1.69
  • Bread from pantry/bakery 4 slices pantry

Instructions

  1. Trim asparagus and cut into 2-inch pieces. SautΓ© in a skillet with a little oil for 3 to 4 minutes until crisp-tender; remove.
  2. Pat dry 12 oz shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and cook in the same skillet 1 to 2 minutes per side until just pink. Squeeze over half the lime.
  3. Chop romaine and place in a serving bowl. Add halved grape tomatoes, sliced avocado, asparagus, and cilantro.
  4. Whisk lime juice with olive oil, salt, and pepper for a simple dressing. Toss salad lightly.
  5. Top with warm shrimp.
  6. Grill or toast 4 slices of bread and serve on the side.

Cook time: 25 minutes

Estimated cost: $13-16

Health notes: High protein, rich in vegetables and healthy fats, lighter overall if dressing is used sparingly.

Drink pairing: Pinot Grigio

Chicken Sausage Chopped Salad with Apple and Toast

A bistro-style chopped salad with browned chicken sausage, crunchy cabbage and carrots, apples for sweetness, and sturdy toast. It is distinct from your recent meals while still seasonal for early March in Washington.

Ingredients

  • Simple Truth Italian Chicken Sausage Links 12 OZ 12 oz $5.49 sale
  • Green Cabbage 1/2 small head $0.99/lb
  • Carrots 2 medium $1.29/lb
  • Large Granny Smith Apple 1 $1.99/lb
  • Green Onions 2 $1.29
  • Parsley 2 tbsp chopped $1.29
  • Fresh Organic Lemon 1 $1.29
  • Bread from pantry/bakery 4 slices pantry

Instructions

  1. Cook 12 oz chicken sausage in a skillet over medium heat, turning occasionally, until browned and cooked through, about 10 to 12 minutes. Slice into coins.
  2. Finely shred 1/2 small head green cabbage. Grate 2 carrots. Thinly slice 1 Granny Smith apple and 2 green onions. Toss with chopped parsley.
  3. Whisk lemon juice with olive oil, salt, and pepper to make a bright dressing.
  4. Toss the cabbage mixture with dressing, then top with warm sausage slices.
  5. Toast 4 slices of bread until golden and serve alongside.
  6. Optional: rub the toast lightly with a cut garlic clove for extra flavor.

Cook time: 35 minutes

Estimated cost: $10-13

Health notes: Good protein and fiber, with a nice balance of fresh produce and bread.

Drink pairing: Dry RosΓ©

Shopping list
  • Hand Trimmed Boneless Skinless Fresh Chicken Breast 12 oz
  • Romaine Lettuce 1 head
  • Organic Radishes 1 bunch
  • English Cucumber 1
  • Fresh Large Red Slicing Tomato 1 large
  • Parsley 2 tbsp chopped, 2 tbsp chopped
  • Fresh Organic Lemon 1, 1
  • Garlic 1 clove
  • Bread from pantry/bakery 4 slices, 4 slices, 4 slices
  • Large Peeled and Deveined Shrimp Raw 31/40 12 oz
  • Green Asparagus 1/2 lb
  • Hearts of Romaine Lettuce 1 pack
  • Kroger Fresh Hass Avocados Bag 1 avocado
  • Kroger Fresh Grape Tomatoes 1/2 pack
  • Fresh Organic Limes 1
  • Organic Cilantro 2 tbsp chopped
  • Simple Truth Italian Chicken Sausage Links 12 OZ 12 oz
  • Green Cabbage 1/2 small head
  • Carrots 2 medium
  • Large Granny Smith Apple 1
  • Green Onions 2

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