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Fancy a Dip?

Simply roast up any veg, wait to cool, blend it up with some cream cheese or yoghurt, garlic herbs and spices – a shake of salt and pepper and you’ll have a delicious dip to share.

Super Soups and Stews

Turn your leftover veggies into the heart and soul of a comforting soup or stew. Whether you’re craving a chunky, flavour-packed vegetable soup or a rich, stock based stew, just chop up those odds and ends and toss them into the pot. It’s the perfect way to give a new life to all those veggies in one delicious go.

Supercharged Smoothies

Don’t shy away from sneaking veggies into your smoothies! Toss in some spinach, kale, or even cucumber into your favourite fruit blends for an instant healthy boost. The best part? The sweetness of the fruit totally masks the veggies, so you get all the goodness without even tasting it.

Power up your sauces

Boost your sauces with a veggie twist! Puree cooked carrots, tomatoes, or capsicums and stir them into your pasta sauces, curries, or gravies. It’s an easy way to cut down on waste while adding a whole new layer of flavour and nutrition to your meals.

Veggie Fritters to the Flavour Rescue

Turn leftover veggies into crispy, golden fritters or patties. Just grate or chop them up, mix with a little egg or flour to bind, and sizzle them in a pan until perfectly crunchy. It’s a tasty way to rescue your veggies and transform them into something irresistible.

Loaded Veg

Take your veggies to the next level by loading them up with goodness! Hollow out capsicums, zucchinis, or tomatoes and stuff them with a tasty mix of cooked rice, cheese, and whatever else you’ve got on hand. Bake them or eat them cold. A perfect way to turn simple leftover ingredients into a new flavour-packed dish.

In a Pickle

Give your veggies a whole new life by pickling or fermenting them – it’s way easier than you think! Not only does it extend their shelf life and pack them with bold, unique flavours, but fermenting also adds gut-friendly bacteria for a healthy boost. Think tangy pickled cucumbers or carrots, or go for fermented favourites like sauerkraut and kimchi.

Vegetable Broth – Liquid gold

Got a stash of veggie scraps like peels, stems, and ends? Toss them in a bag in the freezer and when you’re ready, transform them into a rich, homemade veggie broth or stock. Just simmer with herbs and spices for a flavourful base that’s perfect for soups, sauces, or whatever you’re cooking up. What an Unwaster!

Supercharge Your Baking with Veggies

Some vegetables can be used in baking to add moisture and nutrition, think beets, sweet potato, and a host of other “how did you get this so moist” veggie friends to pack into your next chocolate cake. Think about incorporating shredded zucchini or carrots into muffins or breads for the perfect secret twist.

Freeze you later

If you can’t use all your vegetables right away, consider freezing them. Blanch and freeze vegetables like green beans, corn, and peas to preserve their freshness for future meals.

Get unwasting with your veggies and turn them into kitchen gold! From blending and baking to pickling and more, there’s no limit to how you can transform your produce while cutting down on waste. Max out what you’ve got and enjoy the perks of a kitchen that’s always ready to whip up something amazing.