Let’s admit it; There are times when we buy excess fruits and vegetables and forget to use them. And some other cases, even when we use them, there is still a lot of leftovers left behind. These leftovers are usually thrown away in the trash. But did you know that these crumbs can be equally nutritious and can be turned into some delicious recipes? Well, if you’re someone who wants to take advantage of these scraps but don’t know how, don’t worry; We have your support! To introduce you to some new recipes and ways to cook, we bring you a list of things you can do with leftovers! And don’t forget, by following these recipes, you’ll also save money buying leftovers.
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Here are 5 recipes to make from leftovers
1. French fries
Potato skin contains many vitamins C, B, iron, calcium, potassium and many other nutrients. It can also help you control your blood pressure and improve the strength of your skin, hair, and bones. These french fries are so simple to make and only take a few minutes to prepare. All you have to do is peel the potatoes, clean, season them and bake.
2. Orange Peel Candy
According to the USDA, one tablespoon (6 gms) of orange peel contains 14% of the daily value of vitamin C, nearly three times more than the fruit inside. They are also four times richer in fiber. Orange peels also contain many other nutrients that are beneficial to our health.
3. Broccoli Stem Tikki
If you’re looking for a delicious way to use broccoli, this recipe has it all! In this recipe, you can chop the head of the broccoli and use the whole stem of the broccoli. You can then grate the skin and mix it with mashed potatoes to make this tikki. The stem of this vegetable is known as a vegetable with high nutritional value.
4. Banana bread
Is the banana on your table about to spoil? This spiced banana bread recipe is a delicious way to use up those bananas. You can easily serve this bread in any of your gatherings after a heavy meal. You will enjoy a real meal if you serve them with a scoop of ice cream!
5. Vegetable broth
Vegetable broth is one of the best ways to utilize many leftover vegetables and their leftovers. You can use this broth in many recipes, and it will definitely make your meals more nutritious. This recipe is very easy and quick. Alternatively, you can store the broth in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
Try these recipes out and let us know which one you like best in the comments section below.
