How to Recycle Fruit and Vegetable Containers

Plastic is now a part of our everyday lives, especially when it comes to packaging for fruits and vegetables. But did you know that the plastic trays these items often come in don’t always need to be tossed out? With a little creativity, you can reuse them in fun and practical ways. Here are some smart ideas to give those containers a second life.

It’s likely happened to you too—you end up with a stack of plastic containers from fruit, vegetables, or even dried fruit. Sometimes you throw them away, other times you stash them in cupboards thinking they might come in handy… eventually. But what exactly can you do with them? Here’s your answer: these trays can be easily repurposed into useful and eco-friendly storage solutions for your home. Here are some of the most creative ways to reuse plastic fruit and vegetable containers.