Not only are these recipes delicious, but they have the added bonus of being beneficial to our health AND the environment! Wondering how? Check out each recipe to find the added ways in which they help our planet.
Pickling your own vegetables at home is a simple, cheap, and delicious way to add some pizazz to your homemade meals. Great as flavorful side dishes, acidic additions to salads, bowls, and more, or just as healthy refreshing snacks, pickled vegetables really pack in the flavor!
Read MoreCanning dried beans at home is an easy way to start learning about canning, pressure cooking, and preserving foods. Great with any variety of dried beans, this is a great way to save money and recyclables, as well as a delicious way to spice up your home cooking.
Read MoreHomemade chili is an amazing way to use up canned goods when there’s little to no fresh produce around, and can be easily modified to whatever items you have laying around the pantry.
Read MoreCornbread is a delicious comfort food that really can be eaten at any time of the day or with any meal. This recipe is both vegan and gluten free, but doesn’t sacrifice any of the classic flavor or texture to get there.
Read MoreEveryone loves a delicious bit of nut butter, whether it be peanut, cashew, or a mix of a few! And by making it at home, you can leave out all the added sugars, oils, and preservatives, while saving a fortune compared to the expensive store bought varieties.
Read MoreVegetable broth is a necessity in vegan and vegetarian cooking, and a great way to add in an extra bit of flavor to grains and otherwise bland components. And what better way to make it than with ZERO WASTE!
Read MoreThis homemade vegan yogurt is simple, healthy, easily customizable, and even better, this recipe only has 2 simple ingredients. Serve this up with some homemade granola for breakfast, as a healthy afternoon snack, or in place of sour cream for taco night, you can’t go wrong!
Read MoreThis easy marmalade recipe is a sure-fire way to spice up your morning toast or pancakes! A great way to use and preserve the in-season oranges and grapefruits.
Read MoreThese pumpkin muffins are the perfect fall-time treat! These are a hit with everyone, and have the added bonus of being gluten free for those who eat gluten-free or low-carb. Cook them up to enjoy during the fall season, or snack on them year round. Who said pumpkins had to be a once-a-year treat?
Read MoreThis recipe pairs with our Zero Waste Almond Milk to show you how you can get the most out of your almonds! Don’t just throw your leftover grounds into the compost, get into the reusing & repurposing spirit to turn them into Almond Flour. It’s incredibly easy and can actually save you money!
Read MoreWith canning, there are multiple methods of preserving your food. This method is the water bath method, which is best for acidic foods such as tomatoes, apples, pickles, jellies, etc.
Read MoreApplesauce is a delicious snack or side dish that everyone loves. The only problem is that store-bought varieties are often loaded with unnecessary sugars and preservatives, making the health benefits less than ideal. HOWEVER, our recipe contains no added sugars or preservatives, and can last for months if stored properly.
Read MoreThese apple chips are an amazing snack that are great for packing into lunches, bringing on hikes, or just keeping around the house. This simple recipe will not only taste amazing, but will make your home smell like a delicious fall candle, and one that you can actually eat!
Read MoreNothing beats putting homemade tomato sauce on pasta, pizza, or even just a toasted baguette, store bought versions can’t even compare! This sauce is so easy to make with just a few simple herbs and ingredients, it can easily be modified to your liking for whatever flavors you want.
Read MoreThese homemade nut butter cups are perfect for a midday snack or as a healthy dessert, and taste even better than the store bought kinds! So easy to make and customize to your own liking, you’ll never go back to the pre-made versions.
Read MoreAlmond milk (and other non-dairy alternatives) have become hugely popular in the past few years, popping up in grocery stores and coffee shops almost everywhere. While these store-bought versions are convenient, they’re loaded with hidden sugars and preservatives, making them less healthy than one might initially think. But did you realize how simple it is to make your own?
Read MoreCold brew coffee is an amazing way to start out your morning or give you a mid-afternoon burst of energy. And it’s so simple to make at home, you won’t have to spend $5 or more on a single bottle at the store anymore!
Read MorePesto is one of the best, and most underrated, sauces out there! It’s delicious in everything, from poured over some pasta, to spread on grilled vegetable sandwiches, to mixed in with cream cheese on a bagel or cracker (this one is UNBELIEVABLY good). This recipe is also amazing if you have a flourishing basil plant and find yourself with more basil than you can handle.
Read MoreThis granola is a staple in our household, we can’t get enough of it! Whether you’re eating this along with some yogurt and fresh fruit, sprinkled on a parfait or smoothie bowl, or with homemade almond milk poured over like cereal, this granola is absolutely delicious.
Read MoreNot only are these sandwiches quick and easy to make, but they’re healthy and delicious! We make these for lunch a few times a week during the summer months, since almost all of the ingredients are grown fresh in our backyard garden.
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