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Lemon-Pan Salmon with Roasted Asparagus & Potatoes

A bright Pacific Northwest-appropriate spring dinner: lemony seared salmon with roasted asparagus and buttery yellow potatoes. It leans hard into March produce in Washington while keeping the ingredient list streamlined and weeknight-friendly.

Ingredients

  • Atlantic Salmon Portion 1 portion, about 8-10 oz $6.99
  • Green Asparagus 1 bunch $4.99
  • Yellow Potato 1 lb $1.49
  • Lemon 1 $0.99
  • Organic Garlic, 3 CT 2 cloves $2.89
  • Italian Parsley Bunch 2 tbsp chopped $1.29
  • Yellow Onion 1/2 medium $1.49

Instructions

  1. Prep 1 pound Yellow Potato ($1.49) by cutting into 1-inch chunks, trim 1 bunch Green Asparagus ($4.99), thinly slice 1/2 medium Yellow Onion ($1.49), mince 2 cloves Organic Garlic ($2.89), chop 2 tablespoons Italian Parsley ($1.29), and zest then halve 1 Lemon ($0.99). Pat 1 Atlantic Salmon Portion ($6.99) dry and season with salt, pepper, and half the lemon zest.
  2. Heat the oven to 425°F. Toss the 1 pound Yellow Potato ($1.49) with 1 tablespoon olive oil, the sliced 1/2 medium Yellow Onion ($1.49), half the minced 2 cloves Organic Garlic ($2.89), salt, and pepper on a sheet pan. Roast until almost tender, about 15 minutes.
  3. Add the trimmed 1 bunch Green Asparagus ($4.99) to the sheet pan with 1 teaspoon olive oil, salt, and pepper. Push the vegetables to one side and return the pan to the oven for 8 to 10 minutes, until the asparagus is crisp-tender and the potatoes are browned.
  4. While the vegetables roast, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the 1 Atlantic Salmon Portion ($6.99) for 3 to 4 minutes on the first side, then flip and cook 2 to 3 minutes more, until just cooked through.
  5. Make a quick pan finish by lowering the heat and adding the remaining minced 2 cloves Organic Garlic ($2.89), 1 tablespoon lemon juice from the 1 Lemon ($0.99), 1 tablespoon water, and the chopped 2 tablespoons Italian Parsley ($1.29) to the salmon pan. Spoon the lemony juices over the 1 Atlantic Salmon Portion ($6.99).
  6. Serve the seared 1 Atlantic Salmon Portion ($6.99) with the roasted 1 pound Yellow Potato ($1.49) and 1 bunch Green Asparagus ($4.99). Finish everything with the remaining lemon juice and a little extra chopped parsley if you like.

Cook time: 35 minutes

Estimated cost: $12-16

Health notes: About 650-750 calories per serving. High in protein and omega-3 fats from salmon, plus fiber, potassium, and folate from asparagus and potatoes. Keep the oil moderate and go heavy on lemon for a lighter finish.

Drink pairing: A crisp Sauvignon Blanc is the best all-around match for the lemon and asparagus. If you prefer something slightly rounder, look for an unoaked Chardonnay.

Skillet Pork Chops with Apple-Onion Pan Sauce & Braised Cabbage

Savory pork chops get a quick skillet sear and a sweet-tart apple-onion pan sauce, served with caramelized cabbage for a dinner that tastes like late winter turning into spring. It uses some of the best-value produce in season in Washington right now.

Ingredients

  • Boneless Pork Loin Chop 2 chops, about 10-12 oz total $6.99
  • Organic Green Cabbage 1/2 small head $1.10
  • Honeycrisp Apples 1 large $2.77
  • Sweet Onion 1 medium $1.43
  • Organic Garlic, 3 CT 2 cloves $2.89
  • Organic Thyme 1 tsp leaves $2.49
  • Lemon 1/2 $0.99

Instructions

  1. Prep 2 Boneless Pork Loin Chops ($6.99) by patting dry and seasoning with salt and pepper. Thinly slice 1/2 small Organic Green Cabbage ($1.10), thinly slice 1 medium Sweet Onion ($1.43), core and slice 1 large Honeycrisp Apple ($2.77), mince 2 cloves Organic Garlic ($2.89), strip 1 teaspoon thyme leaves from Organic Thyme ($2.49), and cut 1/2 Lemon ($0.99) into wedges.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the 2 Boneless Pork Loin Chops ($6.99) for 3 to 4 minutes per side until nicely browned. Transfer to a plate.
  3. Reduce the heat to medium. Add the sliced 1 medium Sweet Onion ($1.43) and cook 3 minutes. Add the sliced 1/2 small Organic Green Cabbage ($1.10), half the minced 2 cloves Organic Garlic ($2.89), half the 1 teaspoon thyme leaves ($2.49), a pinch of salt, and 2 tablespoons water. Cook, stirring often, for 8 to 10 minutes until the cabbage softens and browns at the edges.
  4. Stir the sliced 1 large Honeycrisp Apple ($2.77) into the cabbage mixture and cook 2 to 3 minutes so it softens slightly but keeps its shape. Move the cabbage-apple mixture to one side of the skillet or transfer to a bowl if your pan is crowded.
  5. Add 1 teaspoon olive oil if needed, then add the remaining minced 2 cloves Organic Garlic ($2.89) and remaining 1 teaspoon thyme leaves ($2.49) to the skillet for 30 seconds. Return the 2 Boneless Pork Loin Chops ($6.99) to the pan with 2 tablespoons water and a squeeze of juice from the 1/2 Lemon ($0.99). Cover and cook on low 3 to 5 minutes, until the pork is just cooked through.
  6. Serve the 2 Boneless Pork Loin Chops ($6.99) over the warm cabbage, onion, and apple mixture. Finish with another squeeze from the 1/2 Lemon ($0.99) to brighten the pan sauce.

Cook time: 40 minutes

Estimated cost: $10-14

Health notes: About 600-700 calories per serving. Good protein from pork, plus vitamin C and fiber from cabbage and apples. To keep it lighter, use just enough oil to sear and let the apples provide natural sweetness instead of extra sugar.

Drink pairing: Pinot Noir is a classic partner for pork and apples, especially if you like red wine with earthy sweetness. For white, dry Riesling brings acidity that lifts the cabbage and fruit.

Ginger-Lime Shrimp Stir-Fry with Bok Choy & Mushrooms

Fast, lively, and different from your recent meals: shrimp and bok choy stir-fry with mushrooms and rice-style vegetable bulk from cabbage. It has the speed of takeout but tastes fresher, greener, and more seasonal for March in Washington.

Ingredients

  • Changing Seas Easy Peel Black Tiger Shrimp 21-25 Count, 12 OZ 1 package $8.88
  • Organic Baby Bok Choy 1 bunch $2.99
  • Organic Green Cabbage 1/4 small head $1.10
  • 365 Mushroom Baby Bella Slcd 8Oz Cv 1 package $2.99
  • Green Onion 3 stalks $1.39
  • Lime 1 $0.59
  • Maison Riviere Organic Ginger Puree, 2.8 OZ 1 tbsp $3.99
  • Organic Garlic, 3 CT 2 cloves $2.89

Instructions

  1. Prep 1 package Easy Peel Black Tiger Shrimp 21-25 Count, 12 OZ ($8.88) by thawing if needed, peeling, and patting dry. Halve or quarter 1 bunch Organic Baby Bok Choy ($2.99), thinly shred 1/4 small Organic Green Cabbage ($1.10), slice 1 package Baby Bella Mushrooms 8 OZ ($2.99), slice 3 stalks Green Onion ($1.39), mince 2 cloves Organic Garlic ($2.89), and cut 1 Lime ($0.59) into wedges.
  2. In a small bowl, mix 1 tablespoon Organic Ginger Puree ($3.99), the minced 2 cloves Organic Garlic ($2.89), 1 tablespoon soy sauce if you have it in the pantry, 1 teaspoon lime juice from the 1 Lime ($0.59), and 2 tablespoons water.
  3. Heat 1 tablespoon neutral oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat. Add the prepared 1 package shrimp ($8.88), season lightly with salt, and stir-fry for 2 to 3 minutes until almost cooked through. Remove to a plate.
  4. Add another teaspoon oil if needed, then stir-fry the sliced 1 package Baby Bella Mushrooms ($2.99) for 3 minutes until browned. Add the shredded 1/4 small Organic Green Cabbage ($1.10) and cook 2 minutes more.
  5. Add the halved 1 bunch Organic Baby Bok Choy ($2.99) and most of the sliced 3 stalks Green Onion ($1.39). Pour in the ginger-garlic sauce and cook 2 to 3 minutes, tossing, until the bok choy is crisp-tender.
  6. Return the cooked 1 package shrimp ($8.88) to the skillet and toss for 1 minute until fully cooked and glazed. Squeeze over more juice from the 1 Lime ($0.59).
  7. Serve the shrimp stir-fry hot, topped with the remaining sliced 3 stalks Green Onion ($1.39) and extra lime wedges from the 1 Lime ($0.59). If you want a starch, spoon it over pantry rice or noodles.

Cook time: 30 minutes

Estimated cost: $11-15

Health notes: About 450-550 calories per serving before rice or noodles, with lean protein from shrimp and lots of volume from bok choy, cabbage, and mushrooms. A great lower-carb option if served as is; add rice if you want a heartier meal.

Drink pairing: Dry Riesling is excellent here, especially with the ginger, lime, and slight heat. If you want something fuller but still refreshing, try Sauvignon Blanc.

Shopping list
  • Atlantic Salmon Portion 1 portion, about 8-10 oz
  • Green Asparagus 1 bunch
  • Yellow Potato 1 lb
  • Lemon 1, 1/2
  • Organic Garlic, 3 CT 2 cloves, 2 cloves, 2 cloves
  • Italian Parsley Bunch 2 tbsp chopped
  • Yellow Onion 1/2 medium
  • Boneless Pork Loin Chop 2 chops, about 10-12 oz total
  • Organic Green Cabbage 1/2 small head, 1/4 small head
  • Honeycrisp Apples 1 large
  • Sweet Onion 1 medium
  • Organic Thyme 1 tsp leaves
  • Changing Seas Easy Peel Black Tiger Shrimp 21-25 Count, 12 OZ 1 package
  • Organic Baby Bok Choy 1 bunch
  • 365 Mushroom Baby Bella Slcd 8Oz Cv 1 package
  • Green Onion 3 stalks
  • Lime 1
  • Maison Riviere Organic Ginger Puree, 2.8 OZ 1 tbsp

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