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16 Reasons to Visit Your Farmer’s Market – Recipe Roundup

July 20, 2016 By justalittlebitofbacon 10 Comments

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For my second roundup of the week, I have a great collection of side and main dishes which use a wide variety of different fruits and vegetables! Think of this roundup as a reason to visit your local farmer’s market or farmstand. I’m always happy to find another reason and happy to share more reasons with you. Especially when they are tasty reasons.

Farmer's Market Roundup - This roundup features 16 wonderful and tasty reasons to visit your local farmer's market and fill up on fresh produce. | justalittlebitofbacon.com

Scroll on down to see the 16 wonderful recipes I have share with you today. Once again I have a few of mine which you might have missed the first time around, and many more showcasing the creativity and abilities other bloggers. Enjoy!

1. Simple Turnip Gratin
Simple Turnip Gratin - Thinly sliced mild turnips are layered with onion and thyme in this simple gratin, which is finished with a bit of cream and cheese sprinkled over the top just before serving. | justalittlebitofbacon.com

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2. Creamy Farro Risotto with Greens
Farmer's Market Roundup - This roundup features 16 wonderful and tasty reasons to visit your local farmer's market and fill up on fresh produce. | justalittlebitofbacon.com

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3. Chilled Green Gazpacho Soup
Farmer's Market Roundup - This roundup features 16 wonderful and tasty reasons to visit your local farmer's market and fill up on fresh produce. | justalittlebitofbacon.com

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4. Spiced Lamb Chops with Figs and Balsamic Reduction
Farmer's Market Roundup - This roundup features 16 wonderful and tasty reasons to visit your local farmer's market and fill up on fresh produce. | justalittlebitofbacon.com

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5. Garlic Scape and Leek Challah
Farmer's Market Roundup - This roundup features 16 wonderful and tasty reasons to visit your local farmer's market and fill up on fresh produce. | justalittlebitofbacon.com

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6. Green Bean Salad with Goat Cheese and Almonds
Green Bean Salad with Goat Cheese and Almonds - This salad is the perfect balance of sweet, salty, and crunchy, all combined with tender green beans. It's the only green bean salad you will ever need. | justalittlebitofbacon.com

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7. Smoked Chicken Salad with Figs
Farmer's Market Roundup - This roundup features 16 wonderful and tasty reasons to visit your local farmer's market and fill up on fresh produce. | justalittlebitofbacon.com

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8. Cherry Orchard Baguette
Farmer's Market Roundup - This roundup features 16 wonderful and tasty reasons to visit your local farmer's market and fill up on fresh produce. | justalittlebitofbacon.com

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9. Cold Moussaka with Kalamata Feta Sauce
Farmer's Market Roundup - This roundup features 16 wonderful and tasty reasons to visit your local farmer's market and fill up on fresh produce. | justalittlebitofbacon.com

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10. Couscous Tabbouleh Salad
Farmer's Market Roundup - This roundup features 16 wonderful and tasty reasons to visit your local farmer's market and fill up on fresh produce. | justalittlebitofbacon.com

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11. Homemade Italian Giardiniera
Farmer's Market Roundup - This roundup features 16 wonderful and tasty reasons to visit your local farmer's market and fill up on fresh produce. | justalittlebitofbacon.com

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12. Fava Beans, Avocado and Watermelon Salad with Grilled Halloumi Cheese
Farmer's Market Roundup - This roundup features 16 wonderful and tasty reasons to visit your local farmer's market and fill up on fresh produce. | justalittlebitofbacon.com

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13. One Pan Greek Chicken
Farmer's Market Roundup - This roundup features 16 wonderful and tasty reasons to visit your local farmer's market and fill up on fresh produce. | justalittlebitofbacon.com

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14. Herbed Mozzarella Zucchini Fritters
Farmer's Market Roundup - This roundup features 16 wonderful and tasty reasons to visit your local farmer's market and fill up on fresh produce. | justalittlebitofbacon.com

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15. Sunny Yellow Squash and Potato Gratin
Sunny Yellow Squash and Potato Gratin - Yellow squash and yellow potatoes combine in this gratin to make one of my favorite easy side dishes. | justalittlebitofbacon.com

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16. Swordfish with a Spicy Fruity Salsa
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Farmer's Market Roundup - This roundup features 16 wonderful and tasty reasons to visit your local farmer's market and fill up on fresh produce. | justalittlebitofbacon.com

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Comments

  1. Becca @ Amuse Your Bouche says

    August 5, 2016 at 10:54 am

    I’m so intrigued by the cold moussaka! The kalamata feta sauce sounds like something I would kill for!!

    Reply
    • justalittlebitofbacon says

      August 5, 2016 at 11:16 am

      That is an interesting recipe and I love the flavors she used!

      Reply
  2. Amanda says

    August 5, 2016 at 10:51 am

    Farmer’s markets are such fun. I get many great ideas.

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    • justalittlebitofbacon says

      August 5, 2016 at 11:13 am

      They are! I love browsing the farmer’s market.

      Reply
  3. Jeannie says

    August 5, 2016 at 10:28 am

    What a great list of recipes to try! Love the summer months and able to get fresh produce from the farmers market!

    Reply
    • justalittlebitofbacon says

      August 5, 2016 at 11:01 am

      All the amazing produce available this time of year is one of my favorite things. And it’s great having so many yummy recipes to try. 🙂

      Reply
  4. Christie says

    August 5, 2016 at 10:17 am

    Love these veggie centric recipes. I especially loved seeing a turnip recipe. It is a great veggie and so under used.

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    • justalittlebitofbacon says

      August 5, 2016 at 10:21 am

      Thank you! I love turnips too and they are underappreciated.

      Reply
  5. Brian Jones says

    August 5, 2016 at 10:04 am

    What a lovely collection of recipes… I used to spend a small fortune in farmers markets when I lived in the UK… Fortunately now I have moved to Hungary my produce largely comes from my garden or the gardens of our neighbours 😀

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    • justalittlebitofbacon says

      August 5, 2016 at 10:19 am

      Thanks! I do get some from the neighbors, and I appreciate it! However, with my black thumb, I also do my bit to support the local farms. 🙂

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