Rough Draft Atlanta is partnering with Community Farmers Markets to let you know what’s in season at your local market. Each week, we’ll share a list of ingredients that are farm fresh, along with a couple of recipes that include those products.
Here’s what you’ll find in the way of produce at the farmers market this week: Peaches, figs, corn, beans, tomatoes, blueberries, muscadine grapes, kale, Swiss chard, leeks, spring onions, cucumbers, zucchini, squash, melons, eggplants, peppers (sweet peppers, poblano, shishito), plums, arugula, beets, lettuce/mixed greens, microgreens, green onions, gourmet mushrooms (oyster, lion’s mane, shiitake), herbs (chives, green onions, cilantro, basil, tulsi), and carrots.
Look for these specialty items: Foraged foods, pecans, smoked salmon and trout, flowers (tulips, mixed flower bouquets), plant starts, pastured pork, wild caught shrimp, eggs, goat + sheep cheese, milk, jam, chocolate, honey, oils, tea blends, cold pressed juices, hot sauce, vinegars, nut butters, spice blends, ghee, pickles, pasta, tortillas, apple cider, and bone broth.
Atlanta non-profit Community Farmers Markets (CFM) has been building community through farmers markets since 2011. Operating weekly outdoor farmers markets as well as rotating farm stands are strategies by which the organization addresses food access in Atlanta. CFM also offers educational programming in the community, financial incentives to make local food more affordable, and professional development for small businesses.
See y’all at the farmers market!
Simple Peaches and Cream Recipe:
Ingredients:
- Ripe peaches
- Wildlife Honey
- Ground cinnamon
- A touch of nutmeg
- Pinch of salt
- Fresh cream
- For Serving (optional): Porridge, yogurt, or toast
Directions:
- Dice the peaches and place in a bowl.
- Add honey, cinnamon, nutmeg, and a pinch of salt. Mix together and let sit for about 10 minutes to macerate.
- Fold in the cream and gently combine.
- Serve over porridge, yogurt, or toast, or enjoy on its own.
Jerk Veggie Tacos with Peach Salsa Recipe:
Ingredients:
For the Jerk Veggies:
- Colorful bell peppers, sliced
- Avocado oil
- Jerk seasoning
- Garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt & pepper (to taste)
Fresh Peach Salsa:
- Ripe peaches, diced
- Tomato, diced
- Red onion, diced
- Cucumber, diced
- Fresh basil, chopped
- Juice of key lime
- Salt & pepper to taste
Purple Cabbage Slaw:
- Purple cabbage, shredded
- Fresh basil, chopped
- Juice of key lime
- Drizzle of avocado oil
- Salt & pepper
To Serve:
- Warm tortillas
- Fresh cilantro (optional)
- Lime wedges
Directions:
- Toss the vegetables with avocado oil and seasonings. Sauté until tender and slightly charred.
- Combine all peach salsa ingredients and let chill for 10–15 minutes.
- Toss the cabbage slaw ingredients together until evenly coated.
- Warm the tortillas and layer with jerk veggies, cabbage slaw, and peach salsa.
You can also find the recipes for Simple Peaches and Cream and Jerk Veggie Tacos with Peach Salsa on Community Farmers Markets’ Instagram.
