Fresh fruits and vegetables are a staple in many kitchens, whether you're preparing a healthy snack, making a salad, or cooking dinner for your family. Before enjoying fresh produce, it's always a good idea to rinse it thoroughly under clean running water.
If you enjoy creating simple DIY products for your home, this easy Fruit & Veggie Wash is a great addition to your kitchen routine. Made with just a few ingredients and doTERRA On Guard® Protective Blend, it's quick to prepare and can be stored in a spray bottle for convenient use.
Why Make Your Own Fruit & Veggie Wash?
Making your own fruit and veggie wash is an easy way to use ingredients you likely already have at home. It takes just a few minutes to prepare, can be made in small or large batches, and stores conveniently in a reusable spray bottle.
Many people enjoy homemade recipes because they are simple, practical, and easy to customize. This recipe is no exception. Whether you're washing apples for an afternoon snack or preparing vegetables for dinner, having a bottle ready to use makes the process quick and convenient.
The Essential Oil Behind This Recipe
On Guard is one of doTERRA's signature essential oil blends. It combines the warm, spicy aromas of Wild Orange, Clove, Cinnamon Bark, Eucalyptus, and Rosemary essential oils. Its comforting scent has made it a favorite in many homes throughout the year, especially during the cooler months.
This blend adds a pleasant aroma to the recipe while complementing a simple kitchen routine centered around fresh produce and everyday DIY projects.
DIY Fruit & Veggie Wash Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 cup distilled water
- 2 tablespoons white vinegar
- 10 drops doTERRA On Guard® Protective Blend
Supplies
- 16-ounce glass spray bottle
- Funnel (optional)
Directions
- Pour the distilled water into the spray bottle.
- Add the white vinegar.
- Add 10 drops of On Guard.
- Secure the lid and shake gently to combine.
Shake well before each use.
How to Use
Lightly spray your fruits and vegetables until the surface is covered. Allow the solution to sit briefly, then rinse thoroughly under clean running water before eating, cooking, or storing your produce.
Tips for Keeping Produce Fresh
Once your fruits and vegetables have been rinsed and dried, proper storage can help them stay fresh longer.
- Store leafy greens in the refrigerator with a paper towel to absorb excess moisture.
- Keep apples, berries, and grapes refrigerated unless otherwise recommended.
- Store bananas, tomatoes, onions, and potatoes at room temperature.
- Wait to wash delicate berries until you're ready to enjoy them, as excess moisture may shorten their shelf life.
A Simple Addition to Your Kitchen
Sometimes the simplest recipes become the ones you use most often. This homemade Fruit & Veggie Wash is easy to prepare, uses just a few everyday ingredients, and fits naturally into your regular kitchen routine.
Whether you're unpacking groceries after a shopping trip or getting ingredients ready for your next meal, having a homemade produce wash on hand is one more way to make everyday tasks a little easier.
If you enjoy creating DIY products with essential oils, On Guard is also a wonderful blend to use in homemade foaming hand soap, countertop sprays, diffuser blends, and other household recipes.
Looking for More DIY Recipes?
Be sure to explore our other DIY essential oil recipes featuring doTERRA products. From homemade cleaners and seasonal diffuser blends to personal care recipes and everyday household projects, there's always a new way to enjoy your favorite essential oils.