The Farmers' Market Cookbook
The Farmers’ Market Cookbook celebrates fresh, locally grown ingredients found at the market. The following recipes are perfect for those looking to incorporate more fruits and veggies into their diet and provides a starting point for crafting your farmers’ market shopping list. For more information on what you’ll find at the market, check out our Overland Park Farmers’ Market Guide.
What’s in Season
Because the Farmers’ Market showcases fresh, regionally grown produce, what you’ll find at the market is limited by seasonality, availability, and other environmental factors. Although an ingredient may be in season, we can’t guarantee it will be available at the market on a particular day.
Spring
- Asparagus
- Argula
- Broccoli
- Carrots
- Collards
- Green onion
- Kale
- Lettuce
- Mushrooms
- Spinach
- Sprouts
- Strawberries
Mid-Summer
- Apples
- Apricots
- Blackberries
- Broccoli
- Cabbage
- Corn
- Green onions
- Kale
- Mushrooms
- Peppers
- Potatoes
- Strawberries
Late Summer
- Apples
- Basil
- Blackberries
- Broccoli
- Cucumbers
- Eggplant
- Peaches
- Potatoes
- Summer squash
- Tomatoes
- Strawberries
- Sweet corn
Fall
- Apples
- Basil
- Carrots
- Cucumber
- Eggplant
- Pears
- Peppers
- Pumpkins
- Spinach
- Squash
- Sweet corn
- Sweet potatoes
Recipes
Sunrise Smoothie
Jumpstart your morning with a fruit smoothie packed with local ingredients. Adding spinach is a great way to get nutrients fast. And an easy way to get kids to eat their veggies. Get the Recipe
Stuffed Peppers
This protein-packed vegetarian meal makes use of fresh ingredients you can find at the Farmers’ Market in the early summer months. Get the Recipe
Cowboy Caviar
This Midwest-style Cowboy Caviar is chock full of colorful, fresh ingredients you can find at the Farmers’ Market. This recipe makes a great dip or side salad for a summer BBQ and is naturally vegan and gluten-free.
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Farmers' Market Hash
The freshest hash around uses locally grown ingredients to create a filling breakfast dish. This hash can be enjoyed immediately with eggs or stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days after prepping.
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Slow-Cooker Fruit Butter
Buying too much fruit at the Farmers’ Market is no issue with this recipe for slow-cooker fruit butter. Fruit butter can be made from almost any variety of non-citrus fruit. Spread on biscuits, fold into pancake batter, or use as an ice cream topping. Get the Recipe
Autumn Chicken
With the Farmers’ Market open into November, there are plenty of opportunities to create some hearty fall meals using local ingredients. This chicken recipe evokes the classic tastes of fall. Get the Recipe
Open-Faced Tomato Sandwiches with Creamy Cucumber Salad
Beat the summer heat with these cool, refreshing sandwiches. Late summer is the best time for tomatoes at the Farmers’ Market. Get the Recipe
Tip: use a serrated knife when slicing the tomatoes to retain their juiciness.
Grilled Peach-and-Mozzarella Salad
The perfect blend of sweet and savory, this refreshing summer salad packs the most flavor when made with farm-fresh ingredients. Get the Recipe
Fruit Crostatas
For a tangy, sweet breakfast treat, whip up abatch of these crostatas featuring summer fruits. The simple recipe is also perfect for dessert in a pinch.
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Overnight Breakfast Egg Casserole
Loaded with veggies, this easy overnight egg bake is deliciously satisfying and healthy, to boot. Perfect for make-ahead breakfasts to feed the whole family.
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About the Overland Park Farmers' Market
The Overland Park Farmer’s Market has brought farm-fresh food to Downtown Overland Park for more than 30 years. It’s been named the “Best Farmer’s Market in Kansas” by Cooking Light magazine and Tripping. Patrons can interact with local farmers, listen to live music, and enjoy the surrounding shops and restaurants of Downtown Overland Park.
Location:
7950 Marty St.
Overland Park, KS 66204
(Near 80th and Metcalf)
Hours:
Saturday mornings
April - September
7 am to 1 pm
October - November
8 am to 12 pm
Wednesday mornings
May - September
7:30 am to 1 pm
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