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.
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!
Grapefruit & Goat Cheese Salad
This Grapefruit and Goat Cheese Salad is a light, tangy, and flavorful dish that balances citrus and creaminess in every bite. The juicy grapefruit pairs perfectly with the smooth goat cheese, while fresh greens add a crisp base. Tossed in a simple vinaigrette, this salad is a refreshing option for any occasion.
Roasted Sweet Potato Salad
Bright, flavorful, and hearty, this Roasted Sweet Potato Salad combines sweet potatoes, crisp greens, and juicy tangerines with a tangy Dijon vinaigrette. It's an easy, stunning dish perfect for any occasion. Grab potatoes from the Indian Springs Farmer Collective, greens from River Queen Greens, and citrus and persimmons from L’Hoste Citrus!
Traditional Greens & Shrimp Soup
This week’s recipe comes courtesy of Farmer Tom from VEGGI Co-op! Tom’s favorite way to enjoy Chinese mustard greens is in a traditional Vietnamese Greens and Shrimp Soup. Visit VEGGI at all three of our weekly markets to get your greens this week and warm your belly.
Butterfly Pea Flower Lemonade
Add a touch of magic to your day with Butterfly Pea Flower Lemonade! This stunning drink shifts from deep blue to vibrant purple with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice. Lightly earthy and perfectly refreshing, it’s as fun to make as it is to sip, ideal for cozy afternoons or colorful gatherings. Pickup Butterfly Pea Flowers at the Veggi Co-Op table at any weekly market!
Rustic Roasted Pumpkin Sandwich
It’s sandwich season! Well, to be fair, it’s always sandwich season. But now, you can enjoy autumnal delights like roasted pumpkin and even pumpkin seeds - your special reward when working with whole pumpkin. Stop by the market to pick up fresh bread from Leo’s and pumpkins from Johndale’s, 5D Natural Farms, or L’Hoste Citrus for this belly warming Rustic Roasted Pumpkin Sandwich.
Zesty Satsuma Salad
As satsumas make their vibrant debut at the market, it's the perfect time to enjoy a bright and zesty Satsuma Salad! This refreshing dish combines the sweet juiciness of satsumas from L’Hoste Citrus, the rich flavor of honey from Powers Beekeepers, and the aromatic touch of basil from VEGGI Co-op. With these fresh ingredients (all at the Tuesday market this month!), you can whip up a salad that’s as flavorful as it is simple to prepare!
Persimmon Pineapple Salsa
Persimmons are the sweet fruit you didn’t know you needed! With their arrival at the market through VEGGI Farmers Co-op, L’Hoste Citrus, Fat Cat Farm, and Amorphous Gardens, we’ve found a simple recipe to bring persimmons into a meal you might already be preparing. Great for chips, tacos, and nachos!
King Oyster Mushroom Steak
Vegan steak never looked so good! These crispy-edged mushrooms aren’t pretending to be meat—they're simply a delicious, hearty alternative for dinner. Grab your cast iron skillet to get the perfect crust on these King Oyster Mushroom Steaks.
Stir Fried Pumpkin
Pumpkins can be spooky, but not this kind! It’s only September after all. With white pumpkins that recently hit the market, you can whip up this easy stir fry with any of your favorite aromatics and seasonings. You can make it savory with garlic and soy sauce, or spicy with lemon and cayenne pepper.
Crowder Peas w/ Collards & Tomatoes
Crowder peas are a rich, nutty, and savory type of cowpeas that have a bit more depth & subtle sweetness than their cousins, pinto and black-eyed peas. You can pick up crowder peas from Johndales Farm at the market and make this delicious, belly warming dish.
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About Us
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.