6 Cookout Recipes to Make with Local Produce!
The weather is warming up and we’re officially in cookout and picnic season! It’s the perfect opportunity to use your local produce in new ways and wow your friends. From grilled veggie sides to carrot dogs, there are so many delicious dishes to make for outdoor gatherings.
In season now are spring favorites like lettuce, hakurei turnips, kale, asparagus, carrots, early tomatoes and more! Looking for some new recipes for your upcoming picnics or cookouts? Try some of these ideas using produce in season now!
P.S. – Did you know that we’re still accepting members for our 2026 Peak Season CSA? If you aren’t already a member, we’d love to have you join us! Cook with delicious seasonal produce from June - November 2026.
By: Heartbeet Kitchen
By: Two Peas & Their Pod
By: Elle Gourmet
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By: Style Sweet
Looking for more recipe ideas?
New to cooking a specific type of veggie or want to change up the way you normally prepare an old favorite? You can find a full guide to everything we grow and source on our Veggies page, where we include the months it's in season, varieties we grow, storage tips, and recipes for all produce. We update these pages frequently, so keep checking back for new recipes!