Sustainable Eats: Zero-Waste Meals
Zero-waste meals focus on minimizing food waste by using every part of ingredients, repurposing leftovers, and choosing sustainable cooking methods. These recipes help reduce your carbon footprint while delivering delicious and nutritious dishes.
Root-to-Stem Carrot Salad
A vibrant salad using carrot tops, roots, and peels for a zero-waste dish packed with flavor and nutrients.
Broccoli Stem Stir-Fry
Turn broccoli stems into a crunchy, flavorful stir-fry with garlic, soy sauce, and sesame oil.
Banana Peel Chutney
A tangy and sweet chutney made from banana peels, perfect for sandwiches or as a dip.
Leftover Veggie Broth
Simmer vegetable scraps like onion skins, carrot tops, and celery leaves to create a rich, flavorful broth.
Stale Bread Croutons
Transform stale bread into crispy croutons with olive oil, herbs, and a pinch of salt.
Whole Citrus Cake
A moist cake using entire citrus fruits—peel, pulp, and all—for a zero-waste dessert.
Scrap Vinegar
Ferment fruit peels and cores into a tangy homemade vinegar for dressings and marinades.
Leafy Green Pesto
Blend carrot tops, beet greens, or kale stems into a vibrant pesto for pasta or toast.
Overripe Banana Pancakes
Use overripe bananas in fluffy pancakes for a zero-waste breakfast treat.
