Nearly half of Dutch households toss out vegetables every week. They linger in the fridge before hitting the trash—a missed opportunity, as they can become a nourishing meal.
Did you know… People under 30 are more likely to discard vegetables. Most feel frustrated about it, with 61.4% experiencing guilt at times. Women tend to feel guiltier than men. More figures & facts >>
These vegetables are most often thrown away:
1. Potato (42.7%)
2. Lettuce (35.1%)
3. Cauliflower (23.9%)
4. Cucumber (18.3%)
5. Broccoli (14.6%)
6. Beans (14.2%)
7. Spinach (12.6%)
8. Endive (10.9%)
9. Onions (10.4%)
10. Carrot (9%)
Make soup instead Whip up a tasty, nutritious vegetable soup from these ingredients. It's flavorful, good for you, and saves money while helping the planet. Honig invites you to try making soup from forgotten veggies—just like Renate Gerschtanowitz-Verbaan.
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