Earth Day is right around the corner, just in time for spring’s late (but still welcome) arrival.
While it sometimes feels like every day is Earth Day in Jackson Hole, we’re all in for some extra fan-fare on April 22. What better way to celebrate than by pairing a locally-sourced harvest platter with a scenic outdoor picnic?
During the winter months, it can be more challenging to enjoy locally sourced food in Jackson which is why produce from the Vertical Harvest hydroponic gardens is such a welcome treat. We caught up with Kyra Foley from Vertical Harvest to get inspiration from the farm on how to put together a harvest platter with locally sourced ingredients, the perfect way to enjoy the sunny days of spring. “The closer the food was grown, the less miles it traveled, which means you helped decrease the carbon footprint of your plate,” says Foley.
The Vertical Harvest team shared their go-to spring harvest platter, including house-grown greens from their garden in town, as well as seasonal produce from Whole Foods and local goods like Bovine & Swine sausages. “This is the perfect platter to pack up in a cooler and bring out to the park road for a post-bike picnic with friends!” adds Foley. “And eating seasonally via local food options means you’ll likely try something new and learn to cook with produce you can’t find in the grocery store.”
Harvest Platter Ingredients:
- Vibrant Mix Petite Greens
- Snap Peas
- Radishes
- Assorted Crackers
- Honey Goat Cheese Drizzled with Hot Honey
- Bovine & Swine Black and Blue Sausages
- Spicy Mix Microgreens
- Smoked Salmon with Everything Seasoning
Mix and match with whatever fresh, seasonal produce or goods you have on-hand. There’s no exact recipe, just a fun and vibrant platter to celebrate the bright color of spring’s bounty.
