Is there still someone who throws away the lemon peels? Don't ever do it again, here are some ideas to reuse them in everyday life
Too often we make the serious mistake of squeezing lemon juice by throwing away the peel or rather the zest. Here, on the other hand, there are many properties of the fruit that we can use in different ways. Here are some ideas.
Of this citrus we should not throw away anything, the lemon peel it can in fact be useful in different ways and not only for flavoring various cakes and desserts. However, it is important to pay attention to the fact that the lemon peel is organic or untreated in case we intend to consume it.
Even if we don't have organic lemons, we shouldn't waste their zest anyway, there are in fact several situations in which this can be useful.
So here's what you can do with lemon peels.
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Candied lemon
If your lemons are not treated you can use the peels to make them candied. The procedure is the same as that of oranges.
Read also: Candied orange peels: how to make them at home
Making green tea even healthier
Beanie green tea every day is a very healthy habit. However, few know that the benefits of this drink increase by squeezing lemon juice inside and, even more, if you also use the peels.
Read also: The simplest trick in the world to make your green tea even healthier
Flavor and decorate cocktails
If you love to prepare cocktails at home, keep the lemon peels and use them to flavor and decorate your favorite cocktails.
Salt or lemon flavored sugar
If you cut the lemon zest into thin strips, taking care to remove the white part, and then dry and pulverize it with a blender, you can then use it to flavor sugar or salt.
Multi-purpose cleaner
With lemon peels you can self-produce a multipurpose detergent that can also be used as a do-it-yourself dish soap.
Read also: Lemon peels, don't throw them away and turn them into this DIY dish soap
Candles in the lemon peel
Generally, to make candles using citrus peels, larger varieties such as oranges are chosen but in reality you can also use half a lemon. Plus, you'll only need vegetable oil and a wick.
Read also: DIY lemon candles: 3 recipes to make them at home
Fighting bad smells
The lemon peel is perfect for eliminating bad smells, especially those of the kitchen. Just cut the zest of a lemon in half and carefully burn it in a metal container.
It can also be used for dishwasher, just put the lemon peel inside and start the program (at maximum load), the dishes will come out even more shiny!
Keep insects and ants away
The lemon keeps some insects away, including ants. We can try putting lemon peels near the windows or doors.
