When you juice at home, it requires a significant commitment of time, energy, and money. Therefore, you want to make sure you get the most value out of it. This includes not throwing away any part of the fruit or vegetable that could have been juiced (like the skins of apples, carrots, or cucumbers) and finding a use for the pulp left from juicing.
The pulp left from juicing may not look the most appetizing, but if you’ve gone to the trouble of setting up and cleaning a juicer and buying fresh produce, you should make the most of it. Before you throw away all that colorful pulp, consider using it in any of these easy ways.
1. Pulp-sicles: A clever idea that can be made by combining your leftover pulp with a little bit of juice and pouring them into popsicle molds or ice trays. Freeze them for at least 4 hours, or until solid.
2. Veggie Burgers or Fritters: Add a generous helping of pulp to your homemade patties or fritters. It adds an earthy flavor and helps the burgers maintain their shape, plus it adds a variety of nutrients to your meatless dish.
3. Granola, Energy Bars, or Balls: Use your favorite recipe and simply mix in about a cup of leftover pulp for every three cups of oats that you’re baking for an extra boost of vitamins and minerals.
4. Dip or Spread: When making homemade hummus or other spreads, consider adding some leftover pulp. It can also be mixed with cream cheese, Greek yogurt, or butter for a nutrient-dense condiment.
5. Baked Goods: Quick breads, cakes, muffins, and cookies can all benefit from an extra helping of moisture and fiber. For these, it’s probably better to use pulp from sweet, fruity foods like apples, citrus fruits, beets, carrots, melon, and grapes.
6. Fruit Leather: Made by pureeing the pulp with other fruits. You don’t need a dehydrator for this, and our fruit leather recipe can guide you!
7. Veggie Stock: If your juice pulp includes vegetables like celery, carrots, onion, and garlic, you can easily make a flavorful vegetable broth. Cook the pulp with olive oil, add your favorite spices and herbs, and some water until boiling. Reduce the heat and simmer for about 2 hours, then strain after cooling.
8. Dog Treats: If you can’t see yourself eating the pulp, your furry friend may happily eat it instead. Mix it into their meal or make homemade crackers for them to enjoy.
In conclusion, don’t throw away your juicing pulp. There are many creative and delicious ways to utilize it, saving both money and waste.
