By Deepali Verma
May 10, 2024
People throw away the peels of summer fruits without giving them a second thought, but they actually have a lot of possibilities for creativity and reuse. Not only can you make better use of your seasonal fruits by finding new uses for their peels, but you can also reduce food waste.
Soak watermelon rinds in a vinegar-based brine that has been spiced with peppercorns, cinnamon, and cloves to make crisp pickles that are both tart and flavorful.
Make a lovely, aromatic, and vitamin-rich tea by boiling litchi peels with water and a little honey.
Making a tangy chutney from mango peels, onions, garlic, ginger, and spices is a great way to jazz up rice, toast, or grilled meats.
Mask your face with a mixture of muskmelon peels, yoghurt, and honey for a rejuvenating and nourishing experience that will leave your skin looking radiant.
Banana peels, when crushed into little bits and buried in soil close to plants, create a fertiliser rich in nutrients that encourages flowering.