Zero-Waste Cooking: 8 Surprising Ways You Can Use Lemon Rinds Instead Of Throwing Them Away

1. Zest

[{"selector":"#anim-eb270979-f823-40ac-8a62-822c6c608176 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate(-19.25866099979259%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"forwards"}] Lemon zest is often used in many recipes so instead of wasting the peels, use it as zest. Credits: Unsplash

2. Candies

[{"selector":"#anim-a82ea36b-f591-4280-b477-90d924bf2984 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate(0%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"forwards"}] If you’re looking for healthy snack options, you can cook the peels with loads of sugar and make candy out of it! Credits: Unsplash

3. Marmalade

[{"selector":"#anim-4b011b57-0a27-4577-9665-a498cf35b0c3 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate(-6.587837867008599%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"forwards"}] You can make some delicious marmalade out of the peels and some sugar. Credits: Unsplash

4. Tea

[{"selector":"#anim-17b23a6b-0c0a-41c3-9f52-5188803c55f2 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate(7.105427357601002e-15%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"forwards"}] Dry the peels and crush them. You can add these pieces whenever you steep your tea for a bit of zest. Credits: Unsplash

5. Infusion

[{"selector":"#anim-9a1a87c6-bb55-4a5f-8626-1496957678fd [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate(0%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"forwards"}] You can use the peels to infuse your boozy drinks with a zesty twist. Credits: Unsplash

6. Cleaning Product

[{"selector":"#anim-4648a47a-da4f-4726-b9dc-84a357d204ba [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate(-1.4210854715202004e-14%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"forwards"}] Put lemon peels and vinegar in a bottle for a few days and strain out the liquid. You now have a powerful cleaner for your sink, dishes, and bathtub. Credits: Unsplash

7. Air Freshener

[{"selector":"#anim-94013e4c-0a3c-4607-87e0-9a2a04f50f4c [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate(0%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"forwards"}] If you leave lemon peels in pots around your home and it will smell fresh in no time! Credits: Unsplash

8. Lemon Extract

[{"selector":"#anim-f65a8c6c-d11d-4a0e-9274-25f39eae15db [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate(0%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"forwards"}] You can make your own lemon extract by submerging the peels into food-grade glycerin or vodka. Credits: Unsplash

[{"selector":"#anim-a61e3f0b-01d2-4eb9-94b8-011cd8a7693d [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate(0%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"forwards"}] Which of these did you find most interesting? Credits: Unsplash