Turn Carrot Tops (or Any Greens) Into a Hearty Snack
Nobody but a sociopath likes to waste food and throw away carrot tops (or radish tops, or turnip tops, or beet greens), and a shiver runs down my spine. Vegetable greens perfectly suited for roasts, soups and pesto , but these supposed pruning is also an excellent basis for a tasty little muffins.
The recipe from Food 52 (link below) is endlessly adaptable, as it works with any green, allowing you to change with the seasons. Combine selected herbs with eggs, feta and some other flavoring ingredients and fry until golden brown. Turnip greens, mustard greens and carrot tops go perfectly with these savory snacks, ensuring that whatever you bring home doesn’t go to waste.
The small meatless balls can be served in a paste, tucked into a sandwich, or eaten on their own as a snack. They also work great at or below room temperature, making them a great option for vegetarian lunch boxes.
Instead of throwing away your greens, turn them into meatballs | Food 52