First published in May 2021
My local farmers market opened up this week, and I was excited, to say the least. Maybe it’s because we’ve been avoiding everything for the past year (or more) or maybe it’s because warmer weather is finally bringing life back to normal. Either way, from the moment I saw the green tented food stalls lining my local park, I started thinking about delicious, produce-filled farmer’s market recipes.
As a mostly plant-based eater (at least I try to!), I love farmers markets (and supporting small family farms and sustainable practices, incidentally!). This week when I shopped, I focused on seasonal veggies like asparagus, artichokes, and spinach (i.e., green veggies in general), as well as sweet veggies like cherries, blueberries, and rhubarb.
Inspired by this produce, here are five easy spring farmers market recipes to add to your recipe list.
1. Almond and arugula pesto bowl
Sara Forte Sprouted Kitchen
I’m a huge fan of bowls. While I was working from home last year, I would spend my lunch breaks creating the perfect combination of grains, veggies, and toppings to make bowls that were both nutritious and delicious (that’s key!). Delicious gluten-free creations With a wide variety of in-season vegetables, I knew where my recent harvest from the farmers market would go.
What’s even better, this recipe can be adapted to fit the ingredients you have on hand and your dietary preferences. If you have eggs on hand, top them with poached eggs. If you want to use up some leftover arugula, add that, too. The options are endless when it comes to creating a beautiful bowl you’ll want to eat again and again.
2. Spinach and artichoke pizza
Lindsay Ostrom A tasty morsel
Hello, this is the perfect recipe for date night! Elevate your ordinary margherita pizza into a spring-inspired dish. Author Lindsay Ostrom uses seasonal veggies, spinach and artichokes, to create this spring-inspired dish. This dish The recipe is so delicious that she says she’s making it over and over in her own kitchen. Bonus! It only takes 20 minutes to make. Give it a try!
3. Spring Nicoise salad
Jessica Merchant Sweet food
A Nicoise salad with a spring twist. I love this French-inspired dish that makes a great main or hearty side dish for brunch, lunch, or dinner. This recipe What makes this dish nontraditional is that it’s loaded with spring vegetables like green beans, asparagus, potatoes, and radishes. Add in classic toppings like fresh dill, olive oil, and hard-boiled eggs, and you’ve got a flavorful veggie party that’s sure to satisfy any hungry appetite. (Spoiler alert: hang on You can taste the texture when you bite into it!
4. Spring vegetable pasta
Lexie Harrison Crowded kitchen
No recipe roundup would be complete without a pasta feature, and this mother-daughter duo is back with a mouthwatering recipe. dish It’s the perfect pasta for the season. In addition to some comforting carbs, leeks, asparagus, and peas are tossed in a lemony white wine sauce and covered in breadcrumbs. With a spoonful of veggies in every bite, this pasta is light and perfect for warm weather. It’s also vegan.
5. Blueberry Cobbler
Jocelyn Delk Adams Grandson’s cake
And finally, this decadent treat: I always crave cobbler, with its simple, crispy crust and sticky, fruity filling. This recipeCreator Jocelyn once hooked me by saying it only takes 3 easy steps to make: prep the blueberries, layer on the no-prep toppings, and bake in the oven.If you’re looking for the perfect excuse to use up all those fresh and frozen berries that are taking the market by storm, this is it.
Sarah Schuh is a copywriter and freelance writer living in Chicago. She loves idiom, alliteration, and any excuse to use emojis. 😊 When she’s not creating content, you’ll find her enjoying her new #momlife with her daughter, Charlotte, born in November 2020. Find her sharing her honest parenting inspiration and insights at www.sarahschuh.com.
Source: – witanddelight.com
