Tag: Vegetable stalks

According to Love Food Hate Waste, New Zealanders throw away over 2,500 tonnes of broccoli stalks and leaves every year, a significant amount of food that is perfectly edible and healthy. The misconception that only the most appealing parts of vegetables are valuable leads to this waste, but in reality, vegetable stalks are not only safe to eat but are also packed with essential nutrients, making them a healthy addition to any meal.

Food waste statistics show that a significant amount of edible produce is discarded, often including the flavorful stalks of vegetables like silverbeet. The good news is that not only can you eat the stalks of silverbeet, but doing so adds a new dimension of flavor and texture to your meals while reducing waste.