A lot of cleaners use harsh chemicals that you wouldn’t want to get in your food. For this reason, I often make my own kitchen cleaner using white vinegar, citrus, and herbs. 

This is a great way to repurpose citrus peels and make a healthy cleaner for your home! Vinegar is super acidic — which makes it good at fighting bacteria, cutting grease, and deodorizing. It is also safe to eat — making it a wonderful fit for use in the kitchen and on surfaces you come into close contact with. Adding citrus peels and rosemary creates a pleasing scent plus additional antibacterial and antiviral benefits.

Not to mention, this mix is simple to make. Try filling a mason jar ⅔ full with white vinegar. Add your citrus peels to the jar as you go plus a few sprigs of rosemary. Let the mixture infuse for at least 2 weeks and you are ready to get cleaning! 

Note: Vinegar should not be used on select surfaces including marble, granite, and solid wood pieces as the high acidity may affect the finish.

Rosemary Citrus Cleaner | Rainbowl Foods

Rosemary Citrus Cleaner

Clean your kitchen with this food safe cleaner made with just a few simple ingredients!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Wait Time 14 days
Total Time 14 days
Servings 2 spray bottles

Ingredients

  • White vinegar to fill mason jar 2/3 full
  • Citrus peels to fill the jar
  • A few sprigs rosemary or a few drops of your favorite essential oil
  • Water to dilute vinegar solution

Instructions

  • Fill a mason jar ⅔ full with white vinegar.
  • Add citrus peels to the jar of vinegar as you use the fruit. Keep going until the jar is mostly full. It is ok if this takes a few days or weeks to fill. Keep the lid closed tight.
  • Add a few sprigs of rosemary to the jar or essential oils (if using).
  • Keep the lid tightly on the jar and let the mixture sit for 2+ weeks.
  • Strain the vinegar and add to a spray bottle diluted with roughly 1 part water to 1 part vinegar. Use less water for a stronger cleaning solution.
  • Start cleaning!

Rosemary Citrus Cleaner | Rainbowl Foods Rosemary Citrus Cleaner | Rainbowl Foods

I am not a medical professional. This content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition, dietary changes, or well-being.

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