There are many reasons for trying to keep your produce good and fresh for as long as possible: for example, it can save money and cut down on food waste. With proper storage and use, a lot of produce items can be kept for a long time. Consider these nine long-lasting fruits and vegetables the next time you go to the grocery store. Apples and pears can be kept in the fridge for up to four months, and beets, garlic, and potatoes are other long-lasting veggies.
Key Takeaways:
- Apples and pears have very long storage life and can be held out of the pantry for about two weeks. If you keep them cold they can even last four months.
- Beets only last 3-5 days outside of the fridge but can be stored for up to 2 months inside the refrigerator. If you’re going to store them in the fridge, wrap them in an airtight container.
- Garlic can last extremely long as long as it’s stored in a dark cool place. You can also store garlic in the fridge but do it in a paper bag to prevent your fridge from smelling completely like garlic
“There’s a myriad of valid reasons for wanting your produce to stay fresh for longer.”
Read more: https://www.humnutrition.com/blog/longest-lasting-produce/