ASAP’s Weekly Farmers Market Report - July 25, 2025

Fresh at Farmers Markets


Markets are heating up this week with plenty of new pepper varieties to spice up your cooking! This pepper cornucopia includes shishito, jalape�o, Anaheim, poblano, bell, sweet peppers, and more. Look for peppers from Sleight Family Farm (North Asheville), Gaining Ground Farm (North Asheville and River Arts District markets), Olivette Farm (Asheville City and East Asheville markets), and Tiny Bridge Farm (West Asheville Tailgate Market).

When it comes to serving sweet or bell peppers, the simpler the better! Sweet peppers taste the best either raw or roasted, and can be enjoyed by themselves, or dipped in your favorite hummus. If you plan to roast your peppers, start by cutting each sweet pepper in half. Then, toss in a large bowl with some olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and any other seasonings of choice. Roasting peppers with parmesan cheese is a great way to add a little more flavor to this snack. Arrange in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or foil. Roast for 20 minutes at 400 degrees, and enjoy!

Got some Anaheim or poblano peppers and not sure what to do with them? No worries! These green chile peppers are versatile and can easily be incorporated into salsas and soups. They’re also perfect for making any chili relleno or stuffed pepper recipes. The mild spice and smoky-sweet flavor make it a necessity for any Southwest-style cooking!

Shishito peppers are smaller, typically mild peppers, and can be addictive when cooked right! Our favorite way to enjoy shishito peppers is by simply grilling them, and serving with a main dish of steak or chicken. To grill these peppers to perfection, start by preheating your grill to medium-high heat. In a large bowl, toss together about one pound of whole shishito peppers, one tablespoon vegetable oil, four teaspoons of soy sauce, and two teaspoons of sesame oil into a large bowl. Transfer peppers to a grill pan and cook for about seven minutes, flipping occasionally with tongs. Once blistered and slightly charred, remove from the grill pan and onto a serving dish, then enjoy!

At markets now you’ll also find cabbages, broccoli, cauliflower, collards, beets, carrots, berries, stone fruits like peaches and plums, mushrooms, potatoes, eggplant, tomatoes, garlic, onions, microgreens, a wide variety of tender and hearty greens, many types of fresh herbs like mint and dill, and more. Markets offer an abundance of farm-fresh eggs and meats, including chicken, pork, beef, and lamb. You can also get bread, cheese, pastries, fermented products, drinks, and prepared foods. During springtime, find annual and perennial plant starts for your gardens along with fresh flowers. As always, you can find information about farms, tailgate markets, and farm stands, including locations and hours, by visiting ASAP’s online Local Food Guide at appalachiangrown.org.

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