Turning Food Scraps into Culinary Gold
ZeroWaste Kitchen is a recipe platform dedicated to reducing food waste through creative, delicious cooking. We believe the most flavorful parts of our food are often the ones we've been taught to throw away.
Our Mission
Every year, 40% of food in the United States is wasted. That's billions of pounds of perfectly edible food ending up in landfills while people go hungry.
We're here to change that narrative. Through our collection of zero-waste recipes, we show you how to transform carrot tops, potato peels, watermelon rinds, and stale bread into restaurant-quality dishes that are both sustainable and delicious.
Our Philosophy
Taste First
Sustainability shouldn't mean sacrifice. Every recipe prioritizes flavor while minimizing wasteābecause food that tastes good is food that gets eaten.
Every Part Counts
From root to stem, peel to coreāwe show you how to use the whole ingredient. What you used to compost can become your next favorite dish.
Free & Accessible
Knowledge grows when shared. All our recipes and guides are completely free, designed to be accessible and actionable for everyone.
The Problem We're Solving
Of US Food Wasted Annually
Pounds of Food Waste Per Year
Economic Impact of Food Waste
What You'll Find Here
Zero-Waste Recipes
Step-by-step recipes that transform food scraps into delicious meals. From carrot top pesto to banana peel "bacon", discover new ways to cook.
Pro Tips & Techniques
Learn the skills and techniques to maximize flavor while minimizing waste. Each recipe includes practical tips you can apply to any dish.
Sustainability Insights
Understand the environmental impact of food waste and how your kitchen choices can make a real difference.
Start Your Zero-Waste Journey
Browse our collection of recipes and discover how delicious sustainability can be.
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