Kitchen Tips: 6 Ways To Store Spinach To Extend Its Freshness

By Nikita Toppo

October 18th, 2023

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Spinach is one of the healthiest vegetables on the planet. This green leafy vegetable is easily available and can be enjoyed in plenty of ways. Here are six tips to maintain the freshness of spinach for a long time.

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Discard The Damaged Leaves

After bringing it home from the store make sure to discard the damaged or spoiled leaves of the spinach to extend its shelf life.

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Wrap In A Towel

Gently wrap the spinach in a towel and place it in the refrigerator to protect from excessive moisture.

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Use Newspaper

Lay it out on a sheet of newspaper, then wrap them securely. Place the wrapped spinach in a zip-lock bag and keep it in the refrigerator.

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Store in an Airtight Container

If you opt for an airtight container to store spinach, avoid washing it before storage.

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Do Not Store Near Fruits

To preserve the freshness of your spinach, keep it in an airtight container away from these ethylene-producing fruits.

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Freeze The Vegetable

To achieve longer-lasting freshness, separate the spinach stems from the leaves. Cut the leaves and place them in a zip-lock bag, which you can store in the freezer.

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