Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step 1: Gather Your Supplies
- Start by collecting your ingredients. You’ll also need a mixing bowl or pitcher, a whisk or spoon for stirring, and a container for storing your wash.
Step 2: Mix the Ingredients
- In your mixing bowl or pitcher, combine 1 cup of white distilled vinegar with 2 cups of chilled water. If you’re feeling zesty today, toss in that tablespoon of lemon juice. Sprinkle in the salt too.
Step 3: Stir It Up!
- Using a whisk or a spoon, stir the mixture well. You want to ensure the vinegar, water, lemon juice, and salt are evenly distributed. This step is crucial; a well-mixed solution is the key to effective cleaning.
Step 4: Transfer to a Storage Container
- Pour your newly mixed vinegar fruit wash into a clean container. A spray bottle works well for easy use. If you don’t have one, any clean jar or bottle will suffice. Just be sure it can close tightly.
Step 5: Clean Those Fruits!
- When it’s time to eat, simply soak or spray your fruits with the vinegar wash. Let them sit for about 5-10 minutes before rinsing under cool water. This step ensures that any dirt or pesticides come off easily.
Nutrition
Notes
- Use fresh ingredients: Old vinegar might not have the same cleaning power.
- Soak stubborn produce longer: For firmer fruits like apples, a longer soak may help.
- Batch it up: Make a larger quantity if you're prepping for a gathering. It can last up to a week in the fridge.
- Combine with baking soda: For a deep clean on particularly dirty fruits, use a teaspoon of baking soda in the wash.
- Test on different fruits: Some fruits are delicate; always test how they respond to the wash before diving in with a large batch.