ZERO FOOD WASTE LUNCH BOX

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Welcome back to our Zero Food Waste Series, where we share how you can save your dollars and the planet! 🌎

Today, we're making a quick and refreshing pasta salad, protein-packed lemon energy balls, and delicious homemade hummus with fresh veggies! Perfect for back-to-school, work or on the go! 🏃🏾‍♀️

Easy Peasy Pasta Salad

Ingredients:

🌱2 cups pasta of choice

🌱Whatever fruits and veggies you have (we used cucumber, tomatoes, peppers and olives)

Dressing:

🌱1/4 cup  olive oil

🌱3 Tbsp lemon juice

🌱2  minced garlic cloves

🌱1 tsp dijon mustard

🌱1 tsp dried basil (or fresh)

🌱1 tsp oregano

🌱1 tsp rosemary

🌱salt and pepper to taste

Method:

🌱Cooks pasta as per instructions

🌱Blend dressing

🌱Chop up fruits and veggies of choice

🌱Combine and enjoy!

Energy balls

Ingredients: 

🌱3 Tbsp lemon juice

🌱Zest of 1 lemon

🌱1/2 cup rolled oats

🌱1/3 cup raisins

🌱1 Tbsp chia seeds

🌱1/2 cup nuts of choice (we used almond and walnut)

🌱1/4 shredded coconut

Need a nut free version?

🌱11 cup quick oats

🌱1 1/3 cup flax meal

 🌱11/2 cup sunflower seed butter

 🌱11/4 cup maple syrup

 🌱11/8 cup sunflower seeds

🌱1 1/8 cup plant-powered chocolate chips

Method:

🌱 Add all ingredients to a blender or food processor and blend until combined.

🌱Roll into small balls.

Enjoy! 💚

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