Market Umbrella is an independent nonprofit 501(c)(3), based in New Orleans, whose mission is to cultivate the power of farmers markets to drive economic and community health in the region. Market Umbrella has operated the Crescent City Farmers Markets (CCFM) since 1995.
Recipe
Infused Water
Healthy Hydration Never Tasted So Sweet!
Spring is an exceptionally abundant time to visit the market. We have an array of produce and consumables, new vendors coming on board, and you can feel the exuberant energy in the air. As the days continue to get warmer and humidity rises, drinking enough water is key to keeping the good times rolling. Dehydration can cause dizziness, fatigue, and headaches. While drinking water is not everyone's preference, it is key to staying healthy, hydrated, and energized. If plain water isn’t making the cut for you, try jazzing it up with fruits, vegetables, and herbs. We have an excellent selection to choose from during this time of year!
Directions
Prep your add-ins – Be sure to wash all produce and herbs before slicing and dicing.
Mix it up – Start with a large glass bottle or jar with a lid, add your desired ingredients and fill with cold or room temperature water.
Let it sit – For best flavor, refrigerate for at least one hour. For a more intense flavor, refrigerate overnight. Some fruits and herbs will infuse more quickly than others. The longer it soaks, the more the flavors are released into the water.
Draw out the flavor – Try muddling, the process of mashing ingredients to draw out essential oils in herbs, rinds, and fruits, for a more concentrated flavor. Our new vendors at Fresh Fruits Sensations, use this method to create delicious fruit-forward beverages!
Mix once and reinfuse – Get multiple uses out of the ingredients by adding more water and letting it infuse again. Make sure to drink within one day.
Change it up – Experiment with sparkling, seltzer, or unsweetened coconut water as the base instead of plain old H2O.
This information has been sourced from fruitsandveggies.org article.
Seasonal Combos to Try
- Blackberry and Mint
- Blueberry and Basil
- Cucumber and Mint
- Ginger Cucumber
- Strawberry Basil and Cucumber (Note: strawberry season is just coming to a close. Buy your last flat and freeze to make this throughout the summer)
About Us
The Crescent City Farmers Market operates weekly year-round throughout New Orleans. The CCFM hosts 70+ local small farmers, fishers, and food producers, and more than 150,000 shoppers annually.