Creative Ways To Minimize Food Waste

Written By PFC Fitness Camp • 1 min read

Minimize Food Waste Starting With Vegetables

Food waste poses a significant challenge in both the food industry and our households, contributing greatly to greenhouse gas emissions and resource depletion. While global cities implement composting programs to address this issue, we also have a responsibility to minimize waste. A practical starting point is our own kitchens! One effective approach to minimize food waste is to creatively repurpose vegetable scraps, reducing our environmental impact while maximizing utility.

By repurposing vegetable scraps, we not only reduce our carbon footprint and conserve resources but also unleash culinary creativity. This post introduces a simple method for transforming scraps into a versatile product: Veggie Powder! While making savory stock from vegetable scraps is common, we’re taking a different approach today. Let’s explore how to infuse your meals with flavor and healthy nutrients in a unique way.

Now, let’s transform vegetable scraps into a flavorful powder!

Instructions:

1. First, gather vegetable scraps over 2-3 days, ensuring a diverse mix of vegetables.
2. Place the scraps in a pot and cover with water, bringing it to a boil.
3. Then, reduce heat to a simmer and let it cook for 2 hours.
4. Allow the stock to cool, then transfer it to a container and refrigerate overnight.
5. Strain the stock, reserving the vegetables.
6. Next, spread the vegetables on a sheet tray and dehydrate in the oven at 200 degrees for 2 hours.
7. Turn off the heat and leave the vegetables in the oven overnight.
8. Once dehydrated, blend the vegetables into a fine powder.
9. Store the vegetable powder in an airtight container for future use.
10. Finally, dust this powder on proteins, stews, and more!

Storage and Usage Tips

Store the vegetable stock and powder in the refrigerator or freezer to extend their shelf life. Use the vegetable stock as a base for soups, stews, or sauces, and incorporate the vegetable powder into seasoning blends, dips, or dressings.

The Bottom Line

By using our vegetable scraps to make stock and powder, we can take a proactive approach to minimizing food waste in our homes. This simple yet effective method not only helps reduce waste but also adds flavor and nutrition to dishes. Here at Premier Fitness Camp, we continuing to progress toward zero waste. This is an invitation to do your part to minimize food waste and contribute to a more sustainable future. 

Ryan Orlando,
Executive Chef
Premier Fitness Camp