Stocking up on fresh fruits and vegetables is an awesome ideas for anyone who’d like to eat healthier, but don’t get too much food at once if you don’t want it to spoil and end up in the trash! Different fresh produce has different shelf (or fridge) life and here’s how long you can store some of them.
Fresh For Days
Many fruits and vegetables will only stay fresh for a few days, especially if you keep them at room temperature. Storing them in the fridge can prolong their life a bit. This category includes fruits like peaches, bananas, apricots, watermelon, strawberries, and vegetables like lettuce, zucchini, string beans, and cucumbers.
Fresh For Weeks
Other things can last much more so you can buy more of them at once and always have them on hand. Consider stocking up on vegetables like potatoes, garlic, onions, broccoli, and carrots and fruits like apples, blueberries, and oranges.
Whether you’re eating them raw or using them to cook, fruits and vegetables taste the best when they’re fresh and in season. Make it a habit to visit the closest place that sells them often so that you can always have the freshest produce full of vitamins and other nutrients.
