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Discover the secrets to creating vibrant Easter egg dyes with avocado skins, onion peels, and other fresh produce.

Easter is approaching, and it's time to save your veggie scraps. Those colourful peels usually tossed in your compost can make natural Easter egg dyes.

Usually, hard-boiled eggs are coloured with store-bought kits—and many rely on artificial dyes for those lovely pastel shades. 

If you seek a solution with what you already possess, this guide is all you need. After boiling your eggs, employ one of the natural Easter egg dyes listed below, crafted from turmeric, matcha and more.

What Ingredients for Your Easter Egg Dyes

Ready to dye your Easter eggs? Here's a list of ingredients you can choose from based on the colour you want to achieve. Don't hesitate to add extra. Egg colour may not match dye intensity.

Red Dye: Use red onion skins or frozen raspberries to create a deep red. 
Pink Dye: Try avocado skins and pits or chopped beets.
Yellow Dye: Use ground turmeric, chamomile tea or curry to make your egg shine in a sunny yellow.
Orange Dye: Use yellow onion skins or a few tablespoons of chili power for a vibrant orange.
Green Dye: Use a couple big handfuls of spinach or matcha powder to achieve a fresh spring green.
Blue Dye: Use blueberries or red cabbage to achieve a heavenly blue.
Brown Dye: Use black tea or coffee to create an earthy brown.

Have fun and experience with other ingredients such as red wine, carcade (dried hibiscus flower) or carrots to discover new hues or different shades.

Guidelines for Creating Natural Easter Egg Dyes

Creating natural Easter egg dyes with food ingredients is effortless.

Boil a cup or 2 of water with your chosen ingredient, whether it's red cabbage or spinach. Adjust the amount based on your desired colour intensity.

Once the water boils, simmer for 20-30 minutes. Strain & discard the ingredients (compost them where possible).

Add 1 tablespoon of vinegar to the dye. Cool and add the eggs.

Let them soak for around an hour or overnight for even more vibrant colours. Wake up to stunning Easter eggs!