8 Recipes That Make Delicious Use of Produce Scraps, From Kale Ribs to Carrot Tops

Beet greens the neglected leaves and stems at the top of the bulb can be turned into a brilliant green saag sauce with cumin, turmeric, cinnamon, cloves, and cayenne.

BEET GREENS AND SPINACH SAAG WITH TOFU

We cut the kale stems, boil them with orzo till cooked, and combine them with artichoke hearts, bell pepper, and shallot for a veggie-packed pasta salad.

ORZO SALAD WITH KALE RIBS

Cashew-based tzatziki sauce adds creamy, tangy taste to pita pockets, and spicy watermelon rind pickles elevate this recipe. 

WATERMELON RIND PICKLES

Mild peppery radish bulbs and leaves work well with aromatic garlic and creamy nutritional yeast. 

ROOT-TO-LEAF RADISH PASTA

Carrots, onions, and broccoli stems are mixed in spicy Dijon mustard dressing with fresh parsley for flavor. 

THE BEST BROCCOLI SLAW

The greens, potatoes, frozen vegetables, and creamy cannellini beans make a velvety soup excellent for slurping. 

GREEN VELVET SOUP

If you bought a bushel of carrots at the farmers market, add the green tops in this pesto recipe. 

CARROT TOP PESTO

Avoid landfills by turning veggie leftovers into flavorful stock for use in many plant-based dishes. 

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