Dandelions! (And the Farmer's Market)

It's CSA Thursday . . . AND it's the kickoff of the Salem Farmer's Market! What a great day for produce lovers!

So be sure to swing by CGB to pick up your organic veggies, and then stop by the farmers market (for the opening day schedule, visit here) to supplement your share!

And in case you forgot (or missed it in an earlier post), here's what to expect this week:

Full Shares: Kale, Green Peppers, Strawberries, Sweet Potatoes, Red Cabbage, Zucchini, Yellow Squash, Scallions, Dandelions, Green Leaf Lettuce, Red Boston, Edible Pod Peas, Thyme

Half Shares: Strawberries, Sweet Potatoes, Green Cabbage, Zucchini, Scallions, Cucumbers, Dandelions, Red Boston, Edible Pod Peas, Thyme

And if you're not sure what to do with dandelions, here are a few recipes from the farm:

Dandelion Egg Salad

4 hard-boiled eggs
2/3 cup dandelion greens, chopped and cooked
1 tsp horseradish
1 Tbsp fresh chives
½ cup mayonnaise

1. Chop eggs coarsely.
2. Add Dandelion greens, chives, and horseradish. Mix gently.
3. Add mayonnaise and mix just enough to coat ingredients.

Dandelion Pasta Salad

3 cups cooked pasta
1½ cups diced tomatoes, drained
1 cup dandelion greens, pre-cooked
2 wild leeks, minced, greens and all or 2 Tbsp minced onions
8 olives, sliced
2 Tbsp vinegar
1 Tbsp olive oil
½ tsp salt

Check out more dandelion recipes at www.heavensharvestfarm.com