As we get inch closer to spring, more and more fruits and vegetables become available for purchase. In the very early season (mid-February thru late-March), citrus fruits are fresh, ripe and readily available. The citrus recipes Fiorentino’s Farm Market highlights below include the use of grapefruit, lemons, limes, oranges and tangerines. The sweet and tangy citrus recipes are just what you need to get you through the final push of cold winter weather! Remember, many of your local farmer’s markets are starting to open serving the freshest produce & citrus fruits available.
5 Citrus Recipes to get you through the Cold Winter Weather
Lemon Salsa: Combine finely chopped lemons, cucumbers, scallions, chili and sugar into a bowl and let combine for 1 hour. You can use this salsa on top of chicken & vegetable skewers, pork or fish.Citrus Marinate: This easy marinate goes amazing with grilled chicken, pork or fish! Pulse cilantro, garlic, lime & orange zest, lime & orange juices, soy sauce, oil and scallions in a food processor until pureed. Add your meat of choice and let marinate at least 20 minutes then cook and serve.Chocolate Orange Brownie Cookies: Chocolate and orange is one of the most underappreciated dessert combinations. Get this insanely delicious citrus dessert recipe here.Lemon Bars: You can never go wrong with this tangy and sweet classic dessert. Whisk together eggs, sugar, lemon zest, lemon juice and flour and pour over your pre-bought or pre-baked crust. Dust with powdered sugar and serve. A super easy and delicious winter citrus dessert in 2 easy steps!Citrus Refresher: Guaranteed to be a huge hit at your next wintertime get together! This big pitcher citrus recipe can be served with or without alcohol and has a little extra spice thanks to a few jalapenos. First, juice 4 limes and 6 oranges into a pitcher. In a large saucepan, place a few orange rinds, 1 coarsely chopped jalapeno, sugar and salt and muddle the mixture for about 3 minutes; stir in 1 cup of warm water and set to rest up to 1 hour. Strain the mixture into your large pitcher, mix and serve over ice with club soda or rum!
Year Round Fresh Produce Cooking Inspiration
As a fresh and local produce market, Fiorentino’s Farm Market is dedicated to providing our customers with the best available fruits and vegetables, as well as recipes that inspire you to cook! While the wintertime does not afford many options, we guarantee you’ll love these light, zesty and refreshing citrus recipes that are perfect to get you through the last leg of winter! As we get into the spring & summer seasons, expand your recipe repertoire with our summer cherry or blueberry recipes, winter pear dishes and fall apple recipes to enjoy. Check our blog regularly for even more tips (like how to store your summer produce for lasting freshness), tricks and cooking guides.
As we get inch closer to spring, more and more fruits and vegetables become available for purchase. In the very early season (mid-February thru late-March), citrus fruits are fresh, ripe and readily available. The citrus recipes Fiorentino’s Farm Market highlights below include the use of grapefruit, lemons, limes, oranges and tangerines. The sweet and tangy citrus recipes are just what you need to get you through the final push of cold winter weather! Remember, many of your local farmer’s markets are starting to open serving the freshest produce & citrus fruits available.
Lemon Salsa: Combine finely chopped lemons, cucumbers, scallions, chili and sugar into a bowl and let combine for 1 hour. You can use this salsa on top of chicken & vegetable skewers, pork or fish. Citrus Marinate: This easy marinate goes amazing with grilled chicken, pork or fish! Pulse cilantro, garlic, lime & orange zest, lime & orange juices, soy sauce, oil and scallions in a food processor until pureed. Add your meat of choice and let marinate at least 20 minutes then cook and serve. Chocolate Orange Brownie Cookies: Chocolate and orange is one of the most underappreciated dessert combinations. Get this insanely delicious citrus dessert recipe here. Lemon Bars: You can never go wrong with this tangy and sweet classic dessert. Whisk together eggs, sugar, lemon zest, lemon juice and flour and pour over your pre-bought or pre-baked crust. Dust with powdered sugar and serve. A super easy and delicious winter citrus dessert in 2 easy steps! 
Citrus Refresher: Guaranteed to be a huge hit at your next wintertime get together! This big pitcher citrus recipe can be served with or without alcohol and has a little extra spice thanks to a few jalapenos. First, juice 4 limes and 6 oranges into a pitcher. In a large saucepan, place a few orange rinds, 1 coarsely chopped jalapeno, sugar and salt and muddle the mixture for about 3 minutes; stir in 1 cup of warm water and set to rest up to 1 hour. Strain the mixture into your large pitcher, mix and serve over ice with club soda or rum!