Supporting local farmers markets is such a great way connect with your community and the people who work so hard to bring us fresh, delicious food. But don't get stuck with a bunch of produce that you don't know what to do with! Go in with a plan, and make these delicious and easy recipes! If you love fresh from the farm tomatoes, corn, zucchini, eggplant and figs (just to name a few), then you'll love this farmers market recipe roundup full of plant-based goodness!
My Top 10 Farmers Market Recipes
It was really hard to put together this list, because there are so many plant-based recipes on this site that highlight fresh produce. But if I had to choose, these would be my top 10 favorites! I hope you give them a try!
1. Ratatouille Pasta
This is one of my favorite pasta dishes to make in the summertime! If you have a garden or love to shop at the farmers market on weekends, then this pasta dish is a must! I use sauté fresh zucchini, eggplant, tomatoes in garlic and oil, then toss it with a farfalle or other short pasta, Parmesan cheese and fresh basil!
2. Whipped Feta and Fig Toasts with Pistachios
When you need a healthy snack or looking for something a little different for breakfast or lunch, these fig and feta toasts will certainly satisfy! They've got all the texture from the toast and creamy spread, the sweetness from figs and honey, and saltiness of the crushed pistachios.
3. My Favorite Minestrone Soup
Nothing feeds the belly and the soul like a hearty soup made with fresh veggies from the farmers market! Serve it with some warm, crusty bread for a rustic and healthy meal.
4. Tomato Cucumber Salad with Bocconcini di Bufala
Nothing screams summer like a ripe, juicy tomato! Combine your fresh from the market tomatoes with crisp cucumbers and the creamiest buffalo milk mozzarella and fresh basil for an easy to make appetizer or salad.
5. Sautéed Corn with Caramelized Shallots and Thyme
If your looking for a more interesting way to enjoy corn, then you've got to try this recipe! The corn caramelizes in the pan enhancing the flavor while the addition of sweet oniony shallots and fresh thyme take the dish to the next level.
6. Watermelon Radish and Melon Salad
This colorful salad is just as tasty as it is pretty! Switch up your salad game by making this fruity salad that has loads of crunch with natural sweetness balanced out by the salty kick of sheep's milk feta.
7. Spaghetti with Chard and Lentils
Spaghetti tossed with chard and pre cooked lentils in a simple garlic and oil sauce is ready in just under 30 minutes!
8. Grilled Eggplant with Romesco Sauce
A delicious and exciting way to enjoy eggplant that grilled to perfection and slathered with a vibrant and exceptionally tasty sauce made with red peppers, pine nuts and garlic.
9. Farmers Market Potato and Lentil Salad
One of my favorite salads to make on weeknights when I need a quick, easy but healthy dinner I know everyone will love!
10. Heirloom Tomato and Seed Salad
This recipe is a simple but easy way to enjoy ripe, summer tomatoes (and it's good for your skin too)!
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