Different ways to use discarded lemon peels

The lemon is one of those essential citrus fruits that provides great benefits to our health and is quite handy in the kitchen. It is particularly famous as a source of vitamin C. And it may come as a surprise that the entire lemon, including the peel, can end up being very useful. So let’s take a look at some of the ways to use a lemon peel.

The versatility of a lemon peel

The first way we can use an old lemon peel is to freshen the air in the home. To start, take your old lemon peels and dry them out in the oven. You can also leave them in the sun for the afternoon. Next, place the dried peels in a small cloth bag. Now we can add some rosemary stems, cloves, and a cinnamon stick and then tie up the bag. Place your new air freshener in any room that you want to smell great.

Another interesting application of the lemon peel is making ice cubes. For this, we first need to get an empty ice tray. In each section, add a little grated ginger, a small piece of lemon peel, and a few drops of lemon juice. Now just top off the tray with some water and leave it in the freezer. The ice cubes that form can be used to add a little tang to any beverage.

Cleaning the house

A lemon peel can also be used to make a household cleaner. Gather the peels from about eight lemons and place them in a one-liter bottle. Fill the rest of the bottle with white wine vinegar and let the mixture sit for a couple of weeks. After enough time has passed, strain the liquid into a clean spray bottle. The solution acts as an excellent degreaser and can help you get rid of residue that has formed around the kitchen and bathroom.

Lastly, we can make our own lemon-infused oil. Get two lemon peels and make sure they are cleaned thoroughly. Cut the peels into small pieces and add them to a half-liter bottle of olive oil. You can also add a stem of parsley to give a little extra taste. After about ten days, you will have an excellent addition to salads, soups, or any other savory dish.