About the Recipe
We believe creating joyful food experiences also means caring for the world around us, so, we’ve teamed up with Clearer Conscience, a local legend in responsible waste management, to help us reduce our impact on the planet. Together, we’re not just cooking up fun, we’re building a more sustainable future, one bin at a time.
Simple Steps for Waste Reduction at Home
Say No to Single-Use. Swap plastic bags, bottles, and wraps for reusable options. Your tote bags and water bottles are everyday heroes!
Shop Smart. Buy only what you need. Plan meals and make shopping lists to avoid food waste and impulse buys.
Compost Your Scraps. Turn peels, coffee grounds, and leftovers into garden gold! Even small spaces can host a countertop or worm compost bin.
Reuse Before You Recycle. Jars become storage, t-shirts become cleaning cloths. Get creative before you toss!
Buy in Bulk & Refill. Cut down on packaging by shopping at refill stores and choosing bulk bins where possible.
Repair & Re-purpose. Torn jeans? Broken chair? Try fixing it before dumping it. YouTube and your local repair café can help!
Sort Your Waste Properly. Know your local recycling rules. Clean and separate materials to keep them out of landfill. Use the local recycling superheroes to collect and turn your recycling in rands that make ‘cents’. Our go-to’s are Clearer Conscience & Recycle 1st.
Donate or Swop. Gently used clothes, books, and gadgets deserve a second life — host a swap party or donate to charities.
Go Digital. Say goodbye to paper bills, junk mail, and printed receipts when you can opt for digital instead.
Lead by Example. Talk about your efforts, inspire your community, and celebrate every small win!
Ingredients
What you've got, or what's wilting in the fridge. This soup is a flexible friend, no waste, all taste!
2–3 cups mixed veggie offcuts, think carrot tops, broccoli stems, kale ribs, cauliflower leaves, leek ends, herb stalks,
1 onion or spring onion, with the roots if clean!
2 garlic cloves, even the ones going a little soft
1 potato or sweet potato, for body and creaminess
1 tsp cumin seeds or coriander, or both!
A splash of olive oil or a knob of saved bacon or veggie fat
4 cups water or veggie stock
Salt and pepper to taste
A dash of lemon juice or vinegar, to wake things up!
Optional extras.
A splash of coconut milk, a handful of lentils, leftover rice, or herbs to top
Preparation
Let's do this!
1. Sweat it out. Chop onion and garlic. Heat pot with oil and gently fry until soft and golden. Add cumin seeds and stir till fragrant, about 30 seconds of sexy spice-sizzle.
2. Toss it all in. Add chopped potato and veggie bits. Stir around like they’re VIPs, because they are. Cook for 5 mins.
3. Fill ‘er up. Pour in your stock or water and simmer with the lid on for 25–30 minutes until everything is tender.
4. Blend the love. Blend until silky or leave it chunky if that’s your vibe.
5. Finish with flair. Season well. Add lemon juice or vinegar to make it pop. Swirl in some coconut milk, dollop of yoghurt, or toasted nuts/seeds on top.
Chef's Tricks
Save your peels, ends & odds in the freezer until soup day, it’s like compost, but edible!
Add a scoop of cooked lentils or beans for protein power.
If it’s too thick? Add water. Too thin? Simmer it down, darling.