3 ideas for Zero Waste cooking!
Turn Leftovers into Magic:
3 Easy Zero-Waste Ideas!
Zero waste doesn’t have to be complicated.
It’s not about perfection, it’s about small habits that make a big difference.
We believe that leftovers are not a problem, they’re an opportunity. With a bit of creativity, food scraps can be transformed into delicious, homemade recipes, while reducing waste in your kitchen.
Here are 3 simple and tasty ways to give your leftovers a second life!
Leftover Rice (and Beans): Crispy Rice Chips
Got leftover rice sitting in your fridge? Don’t throw it away.
Leftover rice (with or without beans) can easily be turned into crispy rice chips, perfect for snacking or dipping.
How to do it:
- Mix leftover rice with a bit of water
- Blend until smooth
- Flatten the mixture and dehydrate it
- Fry briefly for a crunchy result
💡 Tip: Add beet juice or other natural food coloring to create colorful chips.
Radish or Carrot Leaves: Zero-Waste Pesto
Radish, carrot, or other vegetable leaves are perfect for a quick homemade pesto.
Simply blend:
- Veggie leaves
- Olive oil
- Garlic
- Nuts
- Cheese (or nutritional yeast for a vegan version)
Fresh, green, and 100% zero waste.
Old Cream: Make Homemade Butter 🧈
Cream about to expire? Turn it into something even better.
By churning old cream, you’ll get:
- Homemade butter
- Buttermilk, ideal for pancakes, dressings, or baking
No waste, just delicious results.
Did you know that private households are among the biggest contributors to food waste in the EU? In Germany alone, 82 kg of food per person is wasted every year, mostly fruits, vegetables, bread, and dairy.
That’s why rethinking leftovers matters.
Zero waste starts in the kitchen, with simple actions like these. And every small step counts.
More zero-waste recipes and tips coming soon 🌍