15 Recipes To Help You Cut Down On Food Waste This Earth Day & Beyond


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Vegan Quiche

vegan quiche topped with cherry tomatoes
PHOTO: MURRAY HALL; FOOD STYLING: TAYLOR ANN SPENCER

This vegan quiche is here to stay. Made with tofu, a host of colorful veggies, vegan cheese, and just the right amount of seasonings, this flavor-packed quiche is sure to hit the spot—all in a to-die-for, easy-to-make vegan pie crust.

Get the Vegan Quiche recipe.

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Crispy Parmesan Broccoli Stem Fries

crispy parmesan broccoli stem fries on a plate
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: ADRIENNE ANDERSON

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3

Crispy Hot Honey Cauliflower Nuggets

crispy hot honey cauliflower nuggets on white parchment paper with one being dipped into sauce
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON
4

Banana Bread

banana bread on a wooden cutting board
PHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

A classic loaf of banana bread is the epitome of simple home baking, but that doesn’t mean it can’t also deliver maximum deliciousness. It is the perfect way to use up any bananas that your accidentally let brown. No more throwing out “over-ripe” bananas!

Get the Banana Bread recipe.

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5

Veggie Peel Chips

roasted veggie peels on a platter served with a creamy dip
PHOTO: LUCY SCHAEFFER; FOOD STYLING: TAYLOR ANN SPENCER

Food is expensive these days, and there’s no reason to waste good-for-you and tasty vegetable peels that often get discarded. Instead, turn them into a crispy snack everyone will love. Often packed with more beneficial vitamins and minerals than the produce inside, vegetable peels should be enjoyed.

Get the Veggie Peel Chips recipe.

6

Chili Crisp Fried Tofu

chili crisp fried tofu over rice in a bowl topped with scallions
PHOTO: JULIA GARTLAND; FOOD STYLING: SAM SENEVIRATNE

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7

Potato Skin Bites

circles of crispy potatoes with melted cheese, bacon and dollops of sour cream
PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON

These bite-sized apps take classic loaded potato skins and make them even simpler. These are the perfect way to use up the entire potato without throwing anything away. These crispy bites are ready to be topped with all your favorite loaded toppings and enjoyed.

Get the Potato Skin Bites recipe.

8

Fried Rice

fried rice with peas, eggs, and green onions
PHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON

Fried rice is the ultimate leftover food. Not only is it totally customizable with whatever additional protein and veggies you have in the fridge, but it’s crazy simple to make too.

Get the Fried Rice recipe.

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9

Cool Ranch Zucchini Chips

thinly sliced and baked zucchini rounds with cool ranch seasoning
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON

Warmer weather calls for zucchini galore, and these Cool Ranch chips are a great way to zest up your zucs! This healthy snack is perfect if you’re looking for an easy way to use up the rest of your summer zucchini, or are simply looking for a low-carb alternative to your favorite chips.

Get the Cool Ranch Zucchini Chips recipe.

10

Extra Lemony Seitan Piccata

extra lemony seitan piccata
Joel goldberg

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11

Onion Boil

onion boil
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: ADRIENNE ANDERSON

No waste here! This recipe features a whole sweet onion (such as a Vidalia) cored out, stuffed with a spiced-savory butter, and roasted until it becomes meltingly tender. Save the skins and scraps for vegetable broth!

Get the Onion Boil recipe.

12

Cottage Cheese Bark

cottage cheese with peanut butter, raspberry jam, and granola
PHOTO: JULIA GARTLAND; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON

Far too often I buy dairy products for one specific reason and forget about them until its too late. Not any more! By blending cottage cheese until it’s smooth, drizzling it with peanut butter, jelly, granola, and freezing it, I’ve created a healthy snack that will fill you up and satisfy your sweet tooth at the same time.

Get the Cottage Cheese Bark recipe.

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13

Roasted Pumpkin Seeds

seasoned roasted pumpkin seeds with flaky sea salt
PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

Looking for a way to use up all those leftover pumpkin seeds? My go-to solution is always to season + roast. These roasted pumpkin seeds are so easy to make, and completely versatile based on how you want to season them (sweet, savory, spicy… everything is fair game here).

Get the Roasted Pumpkin Seeds recipe.

14

Tofu Stir-Fry

tofu stir fry
PARKER FEIERBACH

Tofu is incredible. It’s more sustainable that meat products, and tastes—I promise—just as good when you season it right. In this simple stir-fry, crispy on the outside, soft on the inside tofu gets tossed with plenty of vegetables and stir-fry sauce for a perfect dinner.

Get the Tofu Stir-Fry recipe.

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15

Bone Broth

bone broth
Parker feierbach

Bone broth is an easy, though not quick, way to get the most out of your groceries. While you can buy bone marrow bones from your local butcher shop, you can also butcher and freeze your own at home, reducing your waste and saving your money.

Get the Bone Broth recipe.

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