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Location: Quality Food Center - Bellevue East (1510 145th Pl SE)

Using ingredients from July 10, 2026.

Grilled Tri-Tip with Charred Basil Tomatoes

Smoky tri-tip, crisp grilled potatoes, and juicy charred tomatoes shine under a vibrant garlic-basil vinaigrette.

Total time: 45 minutes

Estimated cost: $16–$18 based on listed sale ingredients

Health notes: About 730 calories per serving, with roughly 48 grams of protein plus potassium, vitamin C, and moderate carbohydrates.

Drink pairing: A fruit-forward Zinfandel complements the grilled beef and sweet, smoky tomatoes.

Ingredients

  • Angus Beef Tri Tip Steak Family Pack
    1 lb $9.99
  • Fresh On the Vine Red Tomatoes by the Bunch (4-5 tomatoes per bunch)
    1 lb $2.49
  • Red Potatoes
    12 oz $1.29
  • Simple Truth Organic® Basil
    0.5 oz $2.79
  • Garlic
    1 clove $0.99
  • Extra-virgin olive oil
    3 1/2 tablespoons, divided
  • Red wine vinegar
    1 tablespoon
  • Dijon mustard
    1 teaspoon
  • Kosher salt
    3/4 teaspoon, plus more for the water
  • Black pepper
    1/2 teaspoon
  • Seven Deadly Old Vine Zinfandel California Red Wine
    750 ml $14.99

Instructions

  1. Heat a grill to medium-high, about 425°F. Halve the potatoes and tomatoes, mince the garlic, and roughly chop the basil. Pat the tri-tip dry and season it with 1/2 teaspoon salt and the black pepper.
  2. Place the potatoes in a saucepan, cover with salted water, and boil for 10–12 minutes, until just tender. Drain well, then toss with 1 tablespoon olive oil.
  3. Whisk the garlic, vinegar, mustard, remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large bowl; stir in the basil and set the vinaigrette aside.
  4. Grill the tri-tip over direct heat for 5–7 minutes per side, turning as needed, until well browned and the center reaches 140°F. Transfer it to a board and rest for 10 minutes, allowing it to reach the food-safe temperature of 145°F.
  5. While the beef rests, grill the potatoes cut-side down for 5–7 minutes until crisp. Brush the tomato halves with the remaining 1/2 tablespoon oil and grill cut-side down for 2–3 minutes, then turn and cook for 1 minute; transfer to a board, roughly chop, and gently fold into the basil vinaigrette.
  6. Slice the tri-tip thinly against the grain. Plate it with the grilled potatoes and dressed tomatoes, then spoon the remaining basil vinaigrette over the beef.

Wine picks:

  • Seven Deadly Old Vine Zinfandel California Red Wine $14.99 750 ml
  • SALDO Zinfandel by The Prisoner Wine Company Red Wine $30.99 750 ml

Why it works: The tri-tip’s smoky char and savory richness call for a full-bodied, fruit-forward red, while the basil-garlic vinaigrette benefits from generous fruit and moderate spice. These Zinfandels echo the tomatoes’ sweetness without overwhelming the herbs.

Persian Lamb with Blueberry Saffron Jus

Pan-seared spiced lamb, silky charred eggplant, saffron rice, and a tart blueberry-mint pan sauce make this Persian-inspired dinner worthy of a special occasion.

Total time: 50 minutes

Estimated cost: $34–$39 for 2 servings, excluding pantry staples

Health notes: About 850 calories and 40 grams of protein per serving, with fiber from the eggplant, blueberries, and rice.

Drink pairing: A savory Syrah complements the lamb and warm spices while standing up to the tart blueberry sauce.

Ingredients

  • Simple Truth® Natural Lamb Loin Chops
    1 lb, about 4 chops $17.99
  • Japanese Eggplant
    1 lb $3.99
  • Simple Truth Organic® Blueberries
    1 cup $6.99
  • Simple Truth Organic® Basmati Rice
    3/4 cup dry $2.99
  • Simple Truth Organic® Mint
    2 tablespoons chopped, plus leaves for garnish $2.79
  • Fresh Organic Lemon
    1 $2.00
  • Shallots
    1 small $4.49
  • Garlic
    1 clove $0.99
  • Extra-virgin olive oil
    2 tablespoons, divided
  • Unsalted butter
    2 teaspoons
  • Honey
    2 teaspoons
  • Ground cumin
    1 teaspoon
  • Ground coriander
    1 teaspoon
  • Ground turmeric
    1/2 teaspoon
  • Ground cinnamon
    1/8 teaspoon
  • Saffron threads
    1 generous pinch
  • Kosher salt
    1 1/4 teaspoons, plus more to taste
  • Black pepper
    1/2 teaspoon
  • Water
    as needed
  • Charles Smith Wines Boom Boom! Syrah Washington Red Wine
    750 ml $24.99

Instructions

  1. Pat the lamb dry. Combine the cumin, coriander, turmeric, cinnamon, 3/4 teaspoon salt, and black pepper, then rub the mixture over the chops. Slice the eggplants lengthwise into 1/2-inch planks, mince the shallot and garlic, zest and juice the lemon, and crush the saffron into 1 tablespoon hot water.
  2. Rinse the rice until the water is mostly clear. Combine it in a small saucepan with the saffron water, 1 cup fresh water, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Bring to a boil, cover, reduce the heat to low, and cook for 15 minutes; remove from the heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes.
  3. While the rice cooks, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Season the eggplant with the remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt and sear in batches for 3–4 minutes per side, adding the remaining oil as needed, until deeply browned and tender; transfer to a warm platter.
  4. Return the skillet to medium-high heat. Pan-sear the lamb for 3–4 minutes per side, including the fatty edges, until browned and the centers reach 145°F. Transfer the chops to a plate and rest for at least 5 minutes.
  5. Lower the heat to medium and add the shallot to the same skillet; cook for 1 minute. Stir in the garlic, blueberries, honey, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, and 2 tablespoons water. Cook for 3–4 minutes, gently crushing about half the berries, until glossy and lightly thickened; remove from the heat and swirl in the butter and half the mint.
  6. Fluff the saffron rice with the lemon zest and remaining chopped mint. Taste the blueberry sauce and adjust with salt or lemon juice—it should be savory, fragrant, and pleasantly tart.
  7. Spoon the saffron rice onto two plates, arrange the charred eggplant and lamb chops alongside, and finish the lamb with the blueberry pan sauce and fresh mint leaves.

Wine picks:

  • Charles Smith Wines Boom Boom! Syrah Washington Red Wine $24.99 750 ml
  • Columbia Crest Columbia Crest Grand Estates Syrah Washington Red Wine $10.99 750 ml

Why it works: A savory, peppery Washington Syrah is the strongest match for cumin- and coriander-spiced lamb, smoky eggplant, and saffron, while its dark-fruited character bridges the tart blueberry jus. For this special-occasion dish, the richer, more polished Boom Boom! is an especially appealing choice; the Grand Estates offers a value alternative.

Blueberry-Corn Grilled Chicken

Juicy grilled chicken thighs and sweet Washington midsummer corn meet a bright, lightly spicy blueberry-lime relish in this fresh California Modern dinner for two.

✓ Added

Total time: 40 minutes

Estimated cost: $17–$19

Health notes: About 560 calories per serving, with roughly 45 grams of protein plus fiber and antioxidants from corn and blueberries.

Drink pairing: A dry Rosé complements the berries, while Sauvignon Blanc echoes the relish’s lime acidity.

Ingredients

  • Simple Truth® Natural Boneless and Skinless Fresh Chicken Thighs Griller Pack BIG DEAL!
    1 pound $4.49
  • Fresh Sweet Corn on the Cob-Each
    2 ears $1.25
  • Simple Truth Organic® Blueberries
    1 cup $6.99
  • Green Onions
    2 $1.50
  • Fresh Organic Limes - Each
    1 $1.50
  • Fresh Jalapeno Peppers
    1 small $2.99
  • Garlic
    1 clove $0.99
  • Extra-virgin olive oil
    1 1/2 tablespoons, divided
  • Honey
    1 teaspoon
  • Smoked paprika
    1/2 teaspoon
  • Kosher salt
    3/4 teaspoon, divided
  • Black pepper
    1/4 teaspoon
  • M de Minuty Provence France Rose Wine
    1 bottle $28.99

Instructions

  1. Preheat a grill to medium-high, about 425°F. Pat the chicken dry; mince the garlic, thinly slice the green onions, seed and mince the jalapeño, and zest and juice the lime.
  2. Mix 2 teaspoons olive oil with the garlic, smoked paprika, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and black pepper. Coat the chicken with the mixture and let it stand for 10 minutes while the grill heats.
  3. Lightly oil the corn with 1 teaspoon olive oil. Grill the corn, turning occasionally, until tender and charred in spots, 8 to 10 minutes; transfer it to a cutting board.
  4. Grill the chicken over direct heat for 5 to 7 minutes per side, closing the lid between turns, until browned and the thickest piece reaches 165°F. Transfer to a clean plate and rest for 5 minutes.
  5. Cut the kernels from the cobs. Gently combine them with the blueberries, green onions, jalapeño, lime zest, 1 tablespoon lime juice, honey, remaining olive oil, and remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  6. Slice the rested chicken and divide between two plates. Spoon the blueberry-corn relish alongside and over the chicken, then serve immediately.

Wine picks:

  • M de Minuty Provence France Rose Wine $28.99 1 bottle
  • Kim Crawford Sauvignon Blanc Marlborough $14.99 1 bottle

Why it works: These pairings cover both sides of the dish: a dry, fruit-friendly rosé for the blueberry, smoky paprika, and grilled chicken, plus a high-acid Sauvignon Blanc to sharpen the lime, jalapeño, and sweet corn relish.

Shopping list

Aisle 0

  • Fresh Sweet Corn on the Cob-Each 2 ears
  • Simple Truth Organic® Blueberries 1 cup
  • Green Onions 2
  • Fresh Organic Limes - Each 1
  • Fresh Jalapeno Peppers 1 small
  • Garlic 1 clove

Aisle 101

  • Simple Truth® Natural Boneless and Skinless Fresh Chicken Thighs Griller Pack BIG DEAL! 1 pound

Aisle 122

  • M de Minuty Provence France Rose Wine 1 bottle

Other items

  • Extra-virgin olive oil 1 1/2 tablespoons, divided
  • Honey 1 teaspoon
  • Smoked paprika 1/2 teaspoon
  • Kosher salt 3/4 teaspoon, divided
  • Black pepper 1/4 teaspoon

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