Summer 2026 #5/18: Fire Up the Grill for Zucchini & Fava Beans
Zucchini and Summer Squash have come right on time for holiday weekend grilling, along with little Cone Cabbages and Fava Beans! We love growing and eating fresh Favas, and it seems like they only get more and more popular among our customers every year. Fresh beans are such a fleeting treat, and if you're new to the world of Fava Beans, be sure to check out the tips in the recipe section below for some ideas for putting yours to use. And if you're looking for a way to enjoy them without the fuss (or the stove), and impress your family grill-side this week, you can grill the pods whole, let them cool a bit, and then pop them out casually to enjoy them as a savory snack. We grill ours most of the time these days, but at least once a year, we spend some time pulling big broad beans out of their pods, blanching them quickly, and popping them out of their skins before cooking them into our dinner (usually pasta at that point). Yes, the shelling process takes a bit of extra work, but an opportunity to slow down and pass the time together is beyond worth it.
You’re also going to love these little Cone Cabbages. They score major points for whimsy and flavor. Sometimes called Hispi, Caraflex or Sweetheart,these cabbages look unusual but are are quite versatile. Like any round cabbage, they’re great for slaws, salads and such. But their smaller size and elongated shape also make them great for to grilling and roasting in wedges.
Quick reminder, the farm will be open for our regular hours this week. If you’re travelling, please let us know ASAP if you need to make alternate pickup arrangements or if you’d like us to donate your produce this week.
Many Thanks!
Katie
IN THE FARMSHARES THIS WEEK:
Don’t worry—Harry thoroughly QC’d the Favas at harvest time today.
Zucchini/Summer Squash
Fava Beans
Lettuce
Cone Cabbages
Onions
Cherries
RECIPES & SEASONAL TIPS
FAVA BEANS: HOW TO COOK, SOAK, PEEL & FREEZE - Tori Avey
FRESH FAVA BEANS, TWO (EASIER) WAYS - Chocolate & Zucchini
17 CHEFS ON THEIR FAVORITE WAYS TO COOK FAVA BEANS- Food & Wine
ZUCCHINI PASTA WITH FAVA BEANS & LEMON THYME BUTTER - Honest Cooking
FISH TACOS WITH CLIANTRO, LIME & CABBAGE SLAW - Feasting at Home
GRILLED HISPI CABBAGE WITH CORIANDER, GARLIC, CHILLI & LIME OIL - Ottolenghi
OKONOMIYAKI: JAPANESE CABBAGE PANCAKE- Alexandra’s Kitchen
CHARRED SALT & VINEGAR CABBAGE - Smitten Kitchen
KOREAN GRILLED BEEF LETTUCE WRAPS - Pete Wells
