I don't know about you, but I love lemons.
I use it for almost everything in my house!
They are refreshing and smell so good.
Not to mention that lemons have plenty of health benefits.
A simple glass of lemon water in the morning helps me wake up and activate my digestive system for the day.
But like many people, I used to throw the lemon peel in the trash...
Too bad, because lemon zest contains an array of vitamins, minerals and fiber such as calcium, potassium and vitamin C.
Fortunately, after long and fruitful research, I have selected for you 33 amazing uses of lemon peels .
With all these uses, you'll never throw lemon peels away again!
If you can, choose organic and untreated lemons, because here we use the skin of the lemon. Watch:
Lemon zest is an ingredient often used in sweet and savory dishes. Get the zest out of your lemon peels with this zester and freeze it for later.
One of my favorite seasonings for grilling is lemon pepper. It is very easy to do. You need the zest of 4 lemons, salt and pepper.
Candied lemon:it's my guilty pleasure! Plus, it's easy to do. Discover the recipe here.
Here is a great recipe that I will try this summer! Especially in my homemade lemonade, in yogurts and in my cocktails like the mojito. For this, you need the zest of a lemon, crystal sugar and a glass jar. The recipe here.
Give your olive oil an exotic and slightly acid taste. Just macerate the zest of a lemon in your bottle of olive oil. Discover the recipe here.
Sometimes I'm amazed at the things you can do yourself, easily, and which in turn save a lot of money. To make lemon extract, you need the zest of 3 lemons and 20 cl of vodka-type alcohol. Discover the recipe here.
Give more flavor to your drinks by putting slices of lemon in the water of the ice cubes. Perfect for summer. Use a peeler like this to make long strips of bark. Avoid taking too much of the white part which is more bitter. Put the strips in the ice cube tray with water and freeze. If you have leftover peel, you can of course freeze it.
For this recipe, you will need:3 generous pinches of fine herbs and Provencal herbs, 100 g softened unsalted butter and 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest. Mix everything together and salt lightly. Then transfer the mixture to parchment paper, roll to form a cylinder. Then put in the fridge to solidify everything.
Add a little lemon peel with a little white in brown sugar. This will retain its moisture and give it a light flavor.
Also known as "lemon vinegar", this stuff is great for degreasing and disinfecting. To make it, just put a bunch of lemon peel in a glass jar. Pour white vinegar over it and put the lid on. Leave for 2 weeks, then strain the liquid. Add equal parts water, and use on all surfaces.
Place small slices of lemon zest along window sills, doorways, or near cracks and holes where ants hide. Ants do not like lemon and will not enter your house. It is also effective against cockroaches and fleas. Check out the trick here.
Place a lemon peel or two on a small dish in your refrigerator to absorb odors and provide a citrus scent. Check out the trick here.
Throw a few lemon peels in the bottom of the bin. They will absorb unpleasant odors and leave a pleasant scent in the room every time you open the trash can.
Put lemon zest in a pan of simmering water and add a few cloves, cinnamon and orange zest. Not only is it a good air humidifier, but it also perfumes the whole house without chemicals and at a ridiculous cost.
To clean mineral deposits in your kettle, fill it with water and add a handful of thin slices of lemon zest. Bring to the boil then turn off and let sit for an hour. Then rinse the kettle.
To clean your coffee maker:put the lemon zest with ice and salt. Swirl it around for a minute or two then rinse.
The natural acidity of lemon is an excellent antibacterial for cleaning the whole house. And especially the wooden cutting board. After cleaning it properly, rub the surface with half a lemon. Leave for a few minutes before rinsing. Check out the trick here.
Put lemon zest in your dishwasher from time to time to deodorize and act against limescale. Check out the trick here.
Put the lemon peels in a bowl of microwaveable water. Run the microwave at full power for 5 minutes, allowing the water to boil. Then leave the bowl in the microwave to enjoy the vapors on the walls and top of the oven. Remove the bowl (be careful, it's hot!), then wipe everything with a damp sponge. Check out the trick here.
Toast the lemon peels until they turn dark. They turn into perfect natural and scented firelighters. So cool for grilling season!
Dry your lemon peels either in the sun or in a dehydrator, then place them inside cloth bags. Add spices like cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg or cardamom. Place the sachets in the drawers or closet to deodorize and smell good every time you open your closet and drawers.
It's my favorite trick. I've tried it on steak knife blades that had stuck-on residue. To get rid of them, simply sprinkle salt on the metal then use lemon zest to remove dirt, grime or stains. Rinse and wipe with a cloth to shine. Check out the trick here.
White vinegar is a simply amazing multi-purpose product! We discover new uses every day. His only concern is his smell which is not very pleasant. Fortunately, you can flavor it easily with lemon zest. Find out how here.
This scrub will really fortify your skin. You need salt and lemon peel to form a paste. Gently scrub your face and rinse. Check out the trick here.
To whiten your stained or yellowed nails, simply rub them with the inside of the peel of a lemon wedge. Very simple and brutally effective. Check out the trick here.
Suck on a slice of lemon to stop heartache and nausea in transport. It works just as well for the car, the train, the plane as the boat.
This grandmother's remedy is super effective in fading and lightening age spots. For this, it is enough to use a zest of lemon. Apply a small piece to the stained area and leave on for 1 hour. Warning:avoid exposing yourself to the sun immediately after application.
To discover: 13 Natural and Effective Remedies for Dark Spots on Skin.
Use half a lemon sprinkled with baking soda and run it over your elbows. Simply place your elbow in the lemon and twist the lemon as if squeezing it with your elbow for several minutes. Rinse and dry. It also works for heels.
Lightly rub lemon peels on your face for a good skin tonic then rinse. Just be careful not to get any in your eyes and don't go out in the sun afterwards.
Mix 60 g of sugar with finely chopped lemon zest and add olive oil to make a paste. Wet your body in the shower, turn off the water and massage yourself with this homemade scrub. Rinse off and your skin will feel soft and smooth.
Boil the lemon peels for several minutes, then let cool completely and strain. Add 70 ml of cow or almond milk, 2 tablespoons of cold-pressed organic olive oil and a few drops of lemon essential oil. Soak your feet for about 20 min. Then dry off. Your feet are now completely hydrated and soft.
Infuse the lemon peels in hot water, then rinse your hair with this mixture after each wash. Gradually, your hair will lighten naturally. Check out the trick here.
What could be nicer than washing with lemon soap? In the morning, it's super nice and refreshing. To make lemon soap, you need the dried zest of 3 or 4 organic lemons. Discover the recipe here.
If you have a garbage disposal, put your citrus peels in it. By crushing them, they will diffuse a good smell.
