Did you know you can take the fight against food waste home with you? Yes, yes you can! And you should. It's a win-win: stretch those grocery dollars while you reduce your climate footprint. (The average American spends about $3,000 per year on unused groceries!)
Give some new recipes a try for National Upcycling Month
Nearly a third of Americans admit forgetting about leftovers they meant to eat, and about a quarter lose interest in their leftovers. All of these, and more, are the factors that lead to food waste!
Revitalize leftovers and explore recipes for the top 10 most wasted foods with us, all month long.
This week's item? Wilted Lettuce!
Week 1 Recipe Challenge:
Charred Wilted Lettuce Cups
Ingredients:
- 1 head of lettuce (romaine, iceberg, or your fave)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Your favorite filling (think: leftover rice, shredded chicken, beans, or veggies)
Instructions:
- Preheat your grill or a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cut the lettuce head in half or quarters, keeping the base intact so the leaves hold together.
- Brush the cut sides with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper.
- Char the lettuce on the grill/skillet for 2-3 minutes until you get those gorgeous grill marks.
- Remove from heat, let cool slightly, and stuff with your chosen filling. Enjoy your crunchy, flavorful lettuce cups!
If you make this recipe, be sure to tag us on social @trashy__chips and #TrashyRecipe so that we can re-share, or come up with your own recipe
xo
Team Trashy
