Fresh Farmer's Market Recipes

As SoCal residents, we’re fortunate enough to have Farmer’s Markets, readily available to us, all year long! While we have a wide selection of fruits and veggies, all the time, there are certain times of the year, when some varieties are at their best! We’ve found some amazing recipes that feature fresh, Farmer’s Market finds, and hope you’ll enjoy making them, this season! Whether you're trying to add more seasonal produce to your diet, or you just want to shake up your routine with some fun new recipes, here are some (pretty seasonal) recipes I love, that you should totally try this Spring.

Fruits and Veggies that are at their best, during the Spring:
Apricots
Artichokes
Arugula
Asparagus
Beets
Carrots
Chard
Cherries
Fava Beans
Fennel
Grapefruit
Herbs
Kale
Kiwis
Kumquats
Leeks
Lemons
Lettuce
New Potatoes
Peas
Radishes
Rhubarb
Spinach
Strawberries
Turnips



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FRESH AND DELICIOUS SPRING RECIPES!!!

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Peach and Blackberry Slaw

((Farmers market finds: peaches, blackberries, cabbage, basil))
A touch of blue cheese and our herb-infused homemade dressing match perfectly with crunchy cabbage and sweet fruit in this simple summer salad.

*Get the recipe:
https://www....ckberry-slaw/



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Grilled Flank Steak Salad

((Farmers market finds: yellow or red sweet peppers, sweet corn, green onions, romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, shallots, cilantro))
It's hard to beat candy-sweet sweet corn cobs that are fresh from the farmer's stand. Pair the fresh kernels with juicy, ripe tomatoes, sweet peppers, and strips of thinly sliced steak.

*Get the recipe:
https://www....-steak-salad/



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Cream of Fennel and Potato Soup

((Farmers market finds: fennel, onions, potatoes, thyme))
Don't be fooled by the creamy appearance and texture. This soup is all about the produce! At its base is fresh potato, fennel, and onion pureed with m

*Get the recipe:
https://www....-potato-soup/



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Farmer’s Market Grilled Cheese

((Farmers market finds: spinach, zucchini, tomatoes))
Grilled fresh sourdough piled high with thinly sliced zucchini, creamy garlic-and-herb goat cheese, and a layer of garlicky mayo will put you in veggie sandwich heaven!

*Get the recipe:
https://www....illed-cheese/



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Chicken With Apple-Vegetable Slaw Stir-Fry

((Farmers market finds: garlic, mushrooms, shallot, cabbage, asparagus, apple, cilantro))
We're always up for a good stir-fry, and with tart apple slices and veggies, this one's ready to impress. Almost half the ingredients can be bought at the farmers market!

*Get the recipe:
https://www....law-stir-fry/



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Bison - Zucchini Burgers

((Farmers market finds: zucchini, onions, basil))
Sure, this healthy recipe is all about the burger. But we top it with fresh farmers market zucchini ribbons, and we even hid some chopped zucchini and onion in the meat patty to use up those market goodies.

*Get the recipe:
https://www....hini-burgers/



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Cherry Honeycomb Cobbler

((Farmers market finds: thyme, honey, oranges, cherries))
Honeycomb cookies top baked cherries in this simple and sweet (but not too sweet!) cobbler.

*Get the recipe:
https://www....comb-cobbler/



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Rosemary-Strawberry Shortcake Pizza

((Farmers market finds: strawberries, rosemary, honey))
Bake or grill this simple shortcake dough that packs an unexpected herby flavor boost—rosemary! A drizzle of honey and the quick addition of fresh strawberries and whipped cream make it an elegant dessert for any summer gathering.

*Get the recipe:
https://www....rtcake-pizza/
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Be sure to take advantage of all this lovely season has to offer and spend time, outdoors, with friends and family! Invite them over for a fun get-together and offer them some of these delicious dishes! Decorate the table with an inexpensive tablecloth and make a simple but stunning table setting! Check out the Dollar Store for some votive holders, tea lights, and bud vases; Purchase a cheap bunch of flowers from a discount shop or the supermarket (many bouquets are around $5-$6!) and put it all together for a classic and stylish decoration in the center of the table!

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