5 Interesting dishes made with fruit and vegetable peels

Do you often throw peels of vegetables and fruits? Then you need to stop and read through these interesting ways of reusing peels to make delicious dishes. Here are some easy ways to reuse vegetable and fruit peels to make delicious delicacies.

Why go for vegetable peels?
Vegetable peels are a rich source of nutrients, often containing significantly higher levels of vitamins, minerals, fiber, and antioxidants compared to the flesh alone. For example, peels can provide up to 31% of a vegetable's total fiber and may contain much higher concentrations of vitamin C, vitamin A, potassium, calcium, folate, magnesium, and phosphorus. Studies show that peels of vegetables like potatoes, carrots, and bottle gourd also contribute protein, essential minerals including iron, zinc, phosphorus, and manganese, and bioactive phytochemicals with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects. Consuming vegetable peels, once thoroughly washed, not only boosts overall nutrient intake but also supports digestive health, reduces food waste, and provides functional health benefits.


Lauer Chechki
This classic Bengali side dish is made with bottle gourd peels tossed with potato, subtle spices like kalonji, whole red chilies, turmeric, salt and pepper. This side dish is best enjoyed with steamed rice and dal.

Kacha Kola Batta
Kacha Kola Batta is yet another classic Bengali condiment made with peels of raw banana peels. The peels are boiled, mashed and tossed in mustard oil with a melange of spices and is served with steamed rice.


Carrot Pakora
Carrot peel pakora is a delicious snack made by mixing thin carrot peels with chopped onion, green chilies, besan, salt, red chili powder, a dash of baking soda and salt. The fritters are deep fried and enjoyed with sauces.

Beetroot Peel Cutlet
Beetroot Peel Cutlet makes for a hearty evening snack. Prepared with peels of mineral rich beetroots mixed with mashed potatoes, roasted peanuts, spices, green chilies, coriander leaves and cornflour, these cutlets can be cooked in oil or air fried for a crispy texture.


Carrot Peel Barfi
Carrot peels have a sweet and subtle taste, which can be easily added to a creamy rabri to make a delicious barfi at home. Just add some thoroughly washed carrot peels to a blender, make a smooth paste with rabri and transfer to a greased plate and let the barfi set completely. Once done, serve fresh and enjoy.