Market Umbrella is an independent nonprofit 501(c)(3), based in New Orleans, whose mission is to cultivate the power of farmers markets to drive economic and community health in the region. Market Umbrella has operated the Crescent City Farmers Markets (CCFM) since 1995.
Market Umbrella Recipe Archive
What’s your favorite dish to make after visiting the Crescent City Farmers Market? Share your recipes with us on Instagram or Facebook and it might be featured in our weekly newsletter!
Pickled Okra
Yep. It’s that time of year. Long are the days and high are the temps. You’ve prepared okra every single way that you can think of, but now it’s time to pickle it. Pickling vegetables is an amazing way to save the season and embrace Louisiana seasonality. Craving okra in the middle of Winter? You’ll be covered. Try this recipe from The Sophisticated Caveman. Don’t feel like making it yourself? Pick some up from one of our many vendors like Pickled NOLA, Josey’s Goods, South of Eden, Dennis Guarino, and more!
Orecchiette with Corn and Zucchini, Jalapeño, Feta, and Basil
This pasta dish from Spoon and Ink is perfect for the summertime. The fresh veggies and herbs are the star of this dinner, making it a great way to showcase what’s in season at market. Feel free to get creative with other market finds such as tomatoes or mushrooms.
Oven Roasted Butternut Squash Fajitas
Already craving fall flavors? Believe it or not, summer is the season for butternut squash down here in Louisiana. Switch up your Taco Tuesday with oven-roasted butternut squash fajitas from For Reals Life. Ready in just half an hour, this recipe is the perfect way to add some veggies to a Tex-Mex classic.
Summer Peach Gazpacho
Gazpacho, a Spanish-style soup served cold, is the perfect summer recipe to prepare at home for yourself, or to impress your friends. Try this version from Taste of Home featuring peaches, tomatoes, peppers, cucumbers and onions - all ingredients available fresh from the market.
Fresh Figs with Goat Cheese and Peppered Honey
Check out this figgin’ awesome recipe by Love and Olive Oil. We promise it is super easy and the best combination of flavors you can imagine - we love the “surprising peppered honey”. Plus all ingredients can be found at the farmers market! Pick up some goat cheese from G&M Goat Farm or Brown Hat Dairy and some spring harvest honey from Powers BeeKeepers! Don’t forget to lick the spoon!
Vegetable Kebabs with Lemon-Scallion Vinaigrette
Add some local flavor to your Fourth of July cookout with this recipe for veggie kabobs from Country Living. Grilled in-season zucchini and squash alongside a flavorful lemon vinaigrette make a delicious and healthy side dish that will steal the show at any summer barbeque.
Eggplant Pasta Salad
Use in-season eggplant and tomatoes to whip up this easy pasta salad that’s perfect for a summer picnic. Eggplant’s savory texture makes it the perfect centerpiece for a meat-free meal, plus it packs a nutritional punch with high levels of fiber and vitamin B.
Watermelon and Cucumber Salad
For the perfect dish to beat the summer heat, try out this simple watermelon and cucumber salad from Dinner at the Zoo. Keep it local by purchasing all the ingredients from the market, like juicy watermelon from Indian Springs Farmers Association and fresh goat cheese feta from Brown Hat Dairy or G&M Farms.
Pan Fried Oyster Mushrooms
Not sure how to cook your mushrooms? No worries! Check out this recipe from The Sophisticated Caveman for pan-fried oyster mushrooms. Ready to go in 20 minutes, these meaty morsels are quick and easy to whip up and utterly delicious.
Blueberry Overnight Oatmeal
It’s finally blueberry season y’all! As much as well love eating blueberries straight out of the container, they’re also a great addition to all sorts of recipes. Try this recipe by Southern Living for overnight oatmeal to make your mornings easy. Pick up some bluebs and Stacy’s oats from the Uptown market, prepare it the night before and grab your jar as you walk out the door. Quick, healthy and delicious!
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The Crescent City Farmers Market operates weekly year-round throughout New Orleans. The CCFM hosts 70+ local small farmers, fishers, and food producers, and more than 150,000 shoppers annually.