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What's Fresh at Farmers Markets Today

🫛Green Beans is at peak season! Plus 13 other items fresh and ready at markets near you.

7Vegetables

4Fruits

3Herbs

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Today's Featured Pick

Green Beans

Tender, snappy summer beans. Look for bright color and crisp texture.

Shopping Tip

Snap off just the stem end - the pointy tip is edible.

Perfect Pairings

almonds, bacon, garlic, lemon

Everything in Season This July

Vegetables (7)

🍅Tomatoes

Peak summer tomatoes are incomparably sweet and juicy. Worth waiting for.

Never refrigerate - it destroys flavor and texture. Store stem-side down.

Pairs with: basil, mozzarella, olive oil, salt

🌽Sweet Corn

Freshly picked corn is sweeter than anything from a store. Sugar converts to starch quickly.

Cook the same day you buy. The sugars start converting to starch immediately after picking.

Pairs with: butter, lime, chili, mayo

🥒Zucchini

Prolific summer squash that's incredibly versatile. Look for smaller ones.

Smaller zucchini (6-8 inches) have better flavor and fewer seeds.

Pairs with: garlic, parmesan, tomatoes, grilled

🫑Peppers

Bell peppers and hot peppers reach peak sweetness and heat in late summer.

Red peppers are just ripe green peppers - sweeter and more nutritious.

Pairs with: onions, sausage, fajitas, stuffed

🍆Eggplant

Meaty summer vegetable perfect for grilling. Look for firm, shiny skin.

Salting before cooking removes bitterness and excess moisture.

Pairs with: garlic, tomatoes, parmesan, tahini

🥒Cucumbers

Cool and refreshing summer staple. Farmers market cukes are never waxed.

Store in the warmest part of your fridge - they're cold-sensitive.

Pairs with: dill, yogurt, vinegar, feta

🫛Green Beans

Tender, snappy summer beans. Look for bright color and crisp texture.

Snap off just the stem end - the pointy tip is edible.

Pairs with: almonds, bacon, garlic, lemon

🍎Fruits (4)

🫐Blueberries

Peak summer sweetness. The white "bloom" is natural and indicates freshness.

The dusty white coating (bloom) is natural - don't wash it off until ready to eat.

Pairs with: lemon, pancakes, yogurt, pie

🍑Peaches

Tree-ripened peaches are fragrant and drip-down-your-chin juicy.

Smell the stem end - ripe peaches smell like peaches. Don't squeeze!

Pairs with: cream, bourbon, grilled, cobbler

🍒Cherries

A fleeting summer treasure. Sweet or sour, both are worth seeking.

Look for firm, glossy fruit with green stems. Eat within a few days.

Pairs with: chocolate, almonds, pork, pie

🍉Watermelon

The ultimate summer refresher. Look for the yellow ground spot.

A yellow (not white) ground spot means it ripened in the sun.

Pairs with: feta, mint, lime, salt

🌿Fresh Herbs (3)

🌿Basil

Summer's essential herb. Delicate leaves bruise easily - handle gently.

Never refrigerate - it turns black. Store in water on the counter.

Pairs with: tomatoes, mozzarella, garlic, pasta

🌿Dill

Feathery, fresh flavor perfect with fish, pickles, and potatoes.

Very delicate - add at the end of cooking to preserve flavor.

Pairs with: salmon, cucumbers, yogurt, eggs

🌿Mint

Refreshing and cooling. Essential for summer drinks and desserts.

Grows like a weed - plant in a pot unless you want it everywhere.

Pairs with: lamb, peas, chocolate, mojitos

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Frequently Asked Questions

What produce is in season right now?

In July 2026, Tomatoes, Sweet Corn, Zucchini and Blueberries, Peaches are at peak freshness at farmers markets across the US.

How do I know if produce is in season?

Seasonal produce is more abundant, less expensive, and tastes better than out-of-season alternatives. At farmers markets, everything is harvested at peak ripeness and brought to market within days.

Why should I buy seasonal produce?

Seasonal produce is fresher, more nutritious, and better for the environment. It's harvested at peak ripeness rather than picked early for shipping, and it supports local farmers.

What's the best day to go to a farmers market?

Arrive early (within the first hour) for the best selection. Saturdays typically have the most vendors, but weekday markets often have shorter lines.

Last updated: Tuesday, July 21, 2026 at 10:59 AM UTC

Seasonal availability varies by region and weather conditions.