Day: December 14, 2020

Delicious Beetroot and Cashew Dip Recipe

Ditch the plastic-packaged dips and delight your guests with this homemade Beetroot and Cashew Dip. Not only is this dip a vibrant addition to any table, but it’s also healthy and incredibly tasty. Here’s how to whip up this crowd-pleaser using ingredients from Wasteless Pantry.

Ingredients:

  • From Wasteless Pantry:
    • 1 cup unsalted cashews, soaked overnight
    • 1/4 cup sunflower seeds, soaked overnight
    • 2.5 tbsp balsamic vinegar
    • A pinch of salt
    • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • Other Ingredients:
    • 3-4 small beetroots, cooked and roasted

Instructions:

  1. Blend: In a food processor or using a stick blender, blend the beetroots for about one minute until smooth.
  2. Mix: Add the soaked cashews, sunflower seeds, balsamic vinegar, and a pinch of salt. Blend until you reach your desired consistency.
  3. Finish: Mix in 2 tablespoons of olive oil to enrich the flavor.
  4. Serve: Transfer the dip to a serving bowl, drizzle with the remaining olive oil, and garnish with extra sunflower seeds and fresh parsley if desired.

Benefits of Shopping at Wasteless Pantry: By choosing ingredients from Wasteless Pantry, you’re opting for quality and sustainability. Wasteless Pantry’s commitment to zero waste means you can buy the exact amount you need, reducing food waste. The store’s bulk-buying options also mean less packaging waste, supporting a healthier planet. Enjoy crafting your dips with the freshest ingredients while doing your part for the environment.

Serve this delectable Beetroot and Cashew Dip with Wasteless Pantry‘s Nordic crackers or chunks of crusty bread for a satisfying snack or party appetizer. This recipe is not just a treat for the palate but also a step towards more sustainable living.


Food Bank: Making the Best of Food Waste

Last week, our own Jeannie from Wasteless Pantry was given the opportunity to tour Food Bank for a behind-the-scenes peek at the amazing facilities and the team hard at work. She even got to enjoy a lunch prepared in the kitchens from rescued food.

That’s Jeannie on the far right!

Most of us know that we have a big problem with food waste in Australia. But did you know that over 300,000 people in WA live below the poverty line and struggle to access regular nutritious food? And thanks to Covid19, many people are now experiencing food insecurity for the first time.

Such a mammoth effort being made every day

Food Bank is an organisation that tackles both these issues, rescuing food that would otherwise go to waste, often on a huge scale and turning it into delicious, nutritious meals for those who need it most. And on top of all that, they now package the meals in compostable packaging!!

In the 25 years since its inception, the organisation has saved 50 million kilograms of food from landfill and provided 100 million meals.

You can read more about it here https://www.foodbank.org.au/?state=wa

Maybe you’d like to consider making a less fortunate persons Christmas a little bit brighter this year, with a donation to Foodbank’s Uncancel Christmas appeal?https://www.foodbank.org.au/WA/uncancel-christmas/?state=wa