Keeping Veggies Fresh

Use this quick reference to make sure your veggies enjoy their maximum lifespan. Store all food items in an airtight container or resealable plastic bag and keep them in the crisper if possible:


Broccoli: up to 4 days

Carrots: 2 to 4 weeks

Celery: up to 1 week

Cucumbers: up to 5 days

Ginger: up to 3 weeks

Leafy Greens: 7 to 10 days

Mushrooms: up to 5 days (in their wrapped box or in a paper bag)

Scallions: up to 1 week (wrapped loosely)

Tomatoes: If fully ripe (dark red or orange and slightly soft), store in a cool spot (55 degrees F) for up to five days. If not ripe yet, store in a brown bag at room temperature for one to two days, until ripe.
Once sliced, put a folded paper towel over the cut end, then wrap in plastic or resealable bag and store in refrigerator.

Onions, Potatoes, and Squash: Store in a cool, dry place. Once an onion has been sliced, put a folded paper towel over the cut end, then wrap in plastic or resealable bag and store in refrigerator.