AI PROMPT ZERO-WASTE 10 MEAL PREP

Ever feel like you’re throwing away half your groceries? We get it! This prompt below is a great starting point to help you master zero-waste cooking by prepping ten delicious meals from just one grocery haul. Think broccoli stem recipes, clever freezing tips, and even a scrap broth tutorial! This is just a short-form version, so scroll down for a more detailed prompt, then simply click “copy” and paste it into your favorite AI assistant!

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🍎 ZERO WASTE MEAL PREP SYSTEM

📝Build a system to prep 10 meals using one grocery haul with zero waste. Include recipes using broccoli stems, herb stalks, etc., and preservation methods (pickling, freezing). Add a scrap broth tutorial and portioning tips.

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Deconstructed Diet System

🔪 Deconstructed Diet System 🍎

Act as a Culinary Alchemist specializing in “Metabolic Repurposing” for radical weight loss through zero-waste meal prep. You’ve been hired by elite athletes to optimize nutrient partitioning using food scraps and overlooked ingredients. I want to meal prep for 10 meals, focusing on weight loss.

♻️Design a “Deconstructed Diet” System that:

1. 🥕Maximizes Nutrient Density from Waste Streams:

A “Root-to-Stem” recipe matrix: Transform broccoli stems into gut-healing slaw 🥗, herb stalks into potent pesto 🌿 (fat-burning terpenes unlocked), and citrus peels into metabolic-boosting zest infusions 🍋.
A “Scrap Broth Alchemy” tutorial: Extract micronutrients and collagen from vegetable scraps 🦴 (onion peels, carrot tops, mushroom stems) to suppress appetite and enhance satiety 🍲. Detail exact simmering times to maximize extraction of key compounds like glutamine.

2. 🧊Preserves Peak Freshness & Bioavailability:

“Flash Freeze Frenzy” guide: Master rapid freezing techniques to lock in nutrients and prevent enzymatic degradation. Prioritize blanching times for specific vegetables to retain color, texture, and vitamin content.
“Pickling Powerhouse” strategy: Ferment leftover vegetables into probiotic-rich condiments that boost metabolism and reduce cravings 🥒 (kimchi, sauerkraut, lacto-fermented pickles). Detail brine ratios to control fermentation speed & acidity.

3. ⚖️Engineers Precise Portion Control for Weight Loss:

A “Visual Portion Guide” using common household items: Calibrate serving sizes with your hand, a tennis ball 🎾, or a deck of cards 🃏 to eliminate calorie guesswork.
“Metabolic Macros” blueprint: Customize each meal with strategic macronutrient ratios to optimize fat burning and muscle preservation. (Include options based on specific activity levels: sedentary, light, moderate, intense).

4. 💰Delivers More Value than $17 by focusing on forgotten value:

A shopping list that focuses on whole foods, budget-friendly staples (legumes, whole grains) and seasonal produce. Suggest specific brands or stores known for competitive pricing without sacrificing quality.
A “Flavor Boost” pantry checklist using spices and herbs to enhance satiety and reduce the need for excess salt, sugar, or unhealthy fats.

5. 🧠Neuro-Triggered Habit Formation

Embed portion control cues by using specific plates, bowls and utensils that are visually and tactilely different. This establishes the “anchor” for a reduced portion.
“Mindful Meal” exercises that transform eating into an intentional event (smelling food pre-meal, eating slowly, chewing food 20 times) to trigger satiation hormones and prevent overeating.

Bonus: Salvage Science Addendum

Water from canned beans (aquafaba) = egg white substitute to create light and fluffy desserts. 🍰
Coffee grounds = Cellulite scrub ☕
Avocado pit = Skin smoothing face mask 🥑