Perfectly Peachy: 8 Delicious Ways to Enjoy Local Peaches This Summer

Jul 17

Peach season has officially arrived — and we’re swooning over the sun-ripened, ultra-juicy gems showing up at the Narrowsburg Farmers’ Market.

Whether you prefer them fresh, grilled, sipped, or spooned into a warm cobbler, peaches are one of summer’s most versatile fruits.

Rich in vitamin C and fiber, they’re also a sweet way to nourish your body while supporting our amazing local growers.

Here are 8 easy, crowd-pleasing ways to celebrate this golden fruit while it’s at its peak:

Recipes are compliments of some amazing food bloggers — be sure to follow your faves and support their delicious work! 🫶

Peach & Arugula Salad

Try: Peach Arugula Salad by Skinny Taste

Sweet peaches meet peppery arugula, creamy goat cheese, and crunchy almonds in this refreshing summer salad.

Tossed in a light balsamic vinaigrette, it’s the perfect lunch or side for a warm evening.

Healthy Peach Crumble

Try: Gluten-Free Crumble by Simply Taralynn

Warm, bubbling peaches tucked under a golden oat crumble — but made healthier with no refined sugar or gluten.

A wholesome dessert that tastes like pure comfort.

Fresh Peach Salsa

Try: Peach Salsa by Natasha’s Kitchen

Sweet, spicy, and totally scoopable, this peach salsa is perfect with chips, grilled chicken, or fish tacos.

Just 15 minutes to prep and bursting with flavor!

Peaches & Cream Smoothie

Try: Healthy Smoothie by Running in a Skirt

Frozen peaches, Greek yogurt, and vanilla come together for a dreamy, protein-packed smoothie that tastes like dessert — but fuels like breakfast.

Pickled Peach Appetizers

Try: Prosciutto Peach Bites by The Noshery

These elegant little bites pair pickled peaches with mozzarella and prosciutto.

The balance of sweet, salty, creamy, and tangy makes them a guaranteed hit at any summer gathering.

Bourbon Peach Smash

Try: Peach Cocktail by Striped Spatula

Fresh peaches muddled with mint, lemon, and a splash of bourbon = a cocktail that’s as gorgeous as it is refreshing.

Perfect for porch-sipping as the sun sets.

Grilled Peaches

Try: Grilled Peaches by Ambitious Kitchen

Caramelized on the outside and juicy on the inside, grilled peaches are next-level delicious.

Try them with a drizzle of honey and a dollop of yogurt — or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Gluten-Free Peach Cobbler

Try: Peach Cobbler by The Loopy Whisk

Golden, tender biscuit topping + syrupy peaches = pure summer bliss.

This version is gluten-free and shockingly easy to whip up — no mixer required.

Peach Tips

Choose ripe but firm fruit for grilling, salads, or slicing.
Overripe peaches? Freeze for smoothies or bake into crumbles and cobblers.
Don’t toss the skins! They add flavor and fiber — especially in smoothies and baked goods.

Find Your Perfect Peach

Swing by the Narrowsburg Farmers’ Market to pick up your peaches from Trapani Farms — and maybe a few other market treasures to round out your recipe.

There’s nothing quite like the taste of a peach grown close to home.

Let your summer be juicy, sweet, and perfectly peachy.