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Sheet-Pan Lemon-Dill Rockfish with Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Red Potatoes (PNW) — 40 minutes, Oven Only

A Pacific Northwest weeknight winner: flaky rockfish baked with lemon-dill butter alongside caramelized Brussels sprouts and crispy red potatoes. Clean flavors, one pan, and super wallet-friendly thanks to big seafood and produce deals. Serves 2. Checklist: Method—oven. Cuisine—PNW American. Priorities—Rockfish (50% off), seasonal Brussels sprouts and potatoes, dill on sale.

Ingredients

  • Fresh Rockfish Fillet (Pacific caught, sustainably sourced) 3/4–1 lb fillet, patted dry $4.99/lb (sale)
  • Kroger Brussels Sprouts BIG DEAL! 12 oz, trimmed and halved $6 per 24 oz bag (use half)
  • Organic Red Potatoes 3/4 lb, cut into 1-inch chunks $2.29/lb
  • Simple Truth Organic Baby Dill 2 Tbsp, finely chopped $2.79 per 0.5 oz
  • Simple Truth Organic Garlic Bulbs 2 cloves, minced $2.79 per 3 ct
  • Unsalted butter 2 Tbsp, softened
  • Olive oil 1.5 Tbsp
  • Lemon 1, zested and cut into wedges
  • Kosher salt & black pepper To taste
  • Smoked paprika (optional) 1/2 tsp

Instructions

  1. Heat oven to 425°F. Line a rimmed sheet pan with parchment for easy cleanup.
  2. Prep the produce: Halve trimmed Brussels sprouts. Cut red potatoes into 1-inch chunks. Mince garlic, chop dill, and zest the lemon.
  3. Season the veg: On the sheet pan, toss Brussels sprouts and potatoes with 1 Tbsp olive oil, half the garlic, 1/2 tsp salt, and pepper. Spread in an even layer.
  4. Roast the veg for 15 minutes to get a head start.
  5. Make lemon-dill butter: In a small bowl, mash softened butter with dill, remaining garlic, lemon zest, a pinch of salt, pepper, and optional smoked paprika.
  6. Season the fish: Pat rockfish dry; rub with remaining 1/2 Tbsp olive oil and sprinkle with 1/2 tsp salt and pepper.
  7. Add fish to pan: Remove pan, push veg to the sides, and place fish in the center. Dot the top of fish with the lemon-dill butter.
  8. Finish roasting: Return to oven and bake until fish flakes and veg are browned—about 10–12 minutes (internal temp ~135–140°F for rockfish).
  9. Serve: Squeeze lemon wedges over everything. Spoon any melted butter from the pan over the fish. Plate with extra dill if you like.

Health notes: Balanced, high-protein dinner with two veg sides. Moderate butter; swap half for olive oil to lighten saturated fat. Good fiber from Brussels sprouts and potatoes.

Drink pairing: Washington pick: Chateau Ste. Michelle Dry Riesling (Columbia Valley) complements the lemon and dill.

Thai-Style Coconut Curry Mussels with Bok Choy and Shiitake over Jasmine Rice — 30 minutes, Stove

Plump, just-opened mussels swim in a fragrant coconut-ginger curry with bok choy and shiitake, ladled over fluffy jasmine rice and finished with Thai basil. Fast, warming, and built around a stellar shellfish deal. Serves 2. Checklist: Method—stove. Cuisine—Thai-inspired PNW. Priorities—Fresh mussels (huge discount), seasonal bok choy and mushrooms, Thai basil on sale.

Ingredients

  • Fresh Wild Mussels (never frozen; sustainably sourced) 2 lb, scrubbed and debearded $4.99/lb (sale)
  • Organic Ginger Root 1.5 Tbsp, finely minced $5.99/lb
  • Simple Truth Organic Sliced Shiitake Mushrooms 5 oz $5.99 per 5 oz
  • Organic Baby Bok Choy 1/2 lb, sliced into 1-inch pieces $3.99/lb
  • Simple Truth Organic Thai Basil 1/4 cup leaves, torn $2.79 per 0.5 oz
  • Garlic 2 cloves, minced
  • Neutral oil (canola or avocado) 1 Tbsp
  • Red curry paste 2 Tbsp (to taste)
  • Full-fat or light coconut milk 1 can (13.5 oz)
  • Low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth 1 cup
  • Fish sauce & lime 1 Tbsp fish sauce; 1 lime, juiced
  • Jasmine rice (for serving) 1 cup dry (yields ~3 cups cooked)

Instructions

  1. Start the rice: Rinse 1 cup jasmine rice. Cook per package (about 15 minutes). Keep warm.
  2. Clean mussels: Discard any cracked shells. Tap open ones; if they don’t close, discard. Rinse well; pull off beards.
  3. Build the curry base: Heat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium. Add oil, then sauté ginger and garlic 30 seconds. Add shiitake; cook 2–3 minutes until lightly browned.
  4. Add curry and liquids: Stir in red curry paste for 30 seconds. Pour in coconut milk and broth; bring to a lively simmer. Season with fish sauce.
  5. Cook bok choy: Add bok choy; simmer 2 minutes until just tender.
  6. Steam mussels: Increase heat to medium-high. Add mussels, cover, and cook 4–5 minutes, shaking the pot once, until most shells have opened. Discard any that remain closed.
  7. Finish: Stir in lime juice and Thai basil. Taste and adjust with more fish sauce, lime, or a pinch of sugar if your curry paste is very spicy.
  8. Serve: Spoon rice into bowls, ladle mussels and plenty of broth over top. Garnish with extra basil and lime wedges.

Health notes: High-protein seafood; bok choy and mushrooms add micronutrients and fiber. Coconut milk adds saturated fat—use light coconut milk to reduce calories.

Drink pairing: Local beer: Chuckanut Brewery Pilsner (Bellingham, WA) or a dry cider from Seattle Cider Co.

Grilled Shawarma Chicken with Roasted Cauliflower and Carrots, Tahini Yogurt, and Avocado Salad — 45 minutes, Grill + Oven

Juicy shawarma-spiced chicken from the grill gets draped in a lemon-garlic tahini yogurt, served with a tray of caramelized roasted cauliflower and carrots plus a quick cucumber–tomato–avocado salad. Colorful, satisfying, and weeknight-easy. Serves 2. Checklist: Methods—grill + oven. Cuisine—Middle Eastern-inspired. Priorities—Chicken breast family pack (on sale), seasonal cauliflower/carrots, avocado on deep sale.

Ingredients

  • Simple Truth Natural Boneless Skinless Fresh Chicken Breast Family Pack 1 lb (2 small breasts), pounded to even thickness $5.99/lb (sale)
  • Organic Cauliflower 1 lb, cut into florets $2.99/lb
  • Organic Carrots (bunch) 8 oz, cut into sticks $2.99 per bunch
  • Fresh Organic Large Ripe Avocado 1, diced $1.50 each (sale)
  • Organic Cucumber 1/2 large, diced $1.49 each
  • Simple Truth Organic Fresh Grape Snacking Tomatoes 5 oz, halved $4.79 per 10 oz
  • Olive oil 2.5 Tbsp, divided
  • Shawarma spice mix (or: 1 tsp each cumin & paprika; 1/2 tsp each coriander, turmeric, garlic powder; pinch cinnamon) 2 tsp
  • Kosher salt & black pepper To taste
  • Plain yogurt 1/3 cup
  • Tahini 2 Tbsp
  • Lemon 1, zested and juiced
  • Garlic 1 small clove, grated

Instructions

  1. Heat oven to 450°F. Place a rack in the upper third. Set a grill pan or outdoor grill to medium-high.
  2. Prep veg: Toss cauliflower florets and carrot sticks with 1.5 Tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, and pepper on a sheet pan. Roast 20–25 minutes, tossing once, until browned and tender.
  3. Marinate chicken: In a bowl, mix 1 Tbsp olive oil with shawarma spice mix and 1/2 tsp salt. Coat chicken and let sit while veg roasts (10–15 minutes).
  4. Make tahini yogurt: Stir yogurt, tahini, lemon zest, 1 Tbsp lemon juice, grated garlic, pinch of salt, and enough water to reach a drizzleable consistency (1–2 Tbsp).
  5. Quick salad: Combine diced avocado, cucumber, and halved tomatoes with a pinch of salt, pepper, and a squeeze of lemon. Set aside.
  6. Grill chicken: Grill 4–5 minutes per side until nicely charred and internal temp reaches 165°F. Rest 3 minutes, then slice.
  7. Plate: Spread roasted veg on plates, top with sliced chicken, and drizzle with tahini yogurt. Add the avocado salad on the side and serve with extra lemon.

Health notes: Protein-forward with a heap of roasted veg and heart-healthy fats from tahini and avocado. Moderate sodium if using store-bought spice blends.

Drink pairing: Washington pick: Charles & Charles Rosé (Columbia Valley) or Reuben’s Brews Hazealicious IPA (Seattle) for beer lovers.

Approximate per-serving: 600 kcal. Lean fish, high-fiber veg; moderate fat from butter/olive oil.

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Approximate per-serving: 700 kcal. Protein-rich; use light coconut milk to reduce to ~550 kcal.

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Approximate per-serving: 650 kcal. High-protein with lots of veg and healthy fats.

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Shopping list
  • Fresh Rockfish Fillet (Pacific caught, sustainably sourced) 3/4–1 lb fillet, patted dry
  • Kroger Brussels Sprouts BIG DEAL! 12 oz, trimmed and halved
  • Organic Red Potatoes 3/4 lb, cut into 1-inch chunks
  • Simple Truth Organic Baby Dill 2 Tbsp, finely chopped
  • Simple Truth Organic Garlic Bulbs 2 cloves, minced
  • Unsalted butter 2 Tbsp, softened
  • Olive oil 1.5 Tbsp, 2.5 Tbsp, divided
  • Lemon 1, zested and cut into wedges, 1, zested and juiced
  • Kosher salt & black pepper To taste, To taste
  • Smoked paprika (optional) 1/2 tsp
  • Fresh Wild Mussels (never frozen; sustainably sourced) 2 lb, scrubbed and debearded
  • Organic Ginger Root 1.5 Tbsp, finely minced
  • Simple Truth Organic Sliced Shiitake Mushrooms 5 oz
  • Organic Baby Bok Choy 1/2 lb, sliced into 1-inch pieces
  • Simple Truth Organic Thai Basil 1/4 cup leaves, torn
  • Garlic 2 cloves, minced, 1 small clove, grated
  • Neutral oil (canola or avocado) 1 Tbsp
  • Red curry paste 2 Tbsp (to taste)
  • Full-fat or light coconut milk 1 can (13.5 oz)
  • Low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth 1 cup
  • Fish sauce & lime 1 Tbsp fish sauce; 1 lime, juiced
  • Jasmine rice (for serving) 1 cup dry (yields ~3 cups cooked)
  • Simple Truth Natural Boneless Skinless Fresh Chicken Breast Family Pack 1 lb (2 small breasts), pounded to even thickness
  • Organic Cauliflower 1 lb, cut into florets
  • Organic Carrots (bunch) 8 oz, cut into sticks
  • Fresh Organic Large Ripe Avocado 1, diced
  • Organic Cucumber 1/2 large, diced
  • Simple Truth Organic Fresh Grape Snacking Tomatoes 5 oz, halved
  • Shawarma spice mix (or: 1 tsp each cumin & paprika; 1/2 tsp each coriander, turmeric, garlic powder; pinch cinnamon) 2 tsp
  • Plain yogurt 1/3 cup
  • Tahini 2 Tbsp

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