One of the most common questions I receive on delivery day is “How do I store my produce?” It’s important part of your weekly investment to store your produce properly to maintain freshness and quality. Whether it's crisp lettuce, juicy tomatoes, or delicate herbs, storing produce correctly can make a significant difference in extending its shelf life and getting the most bang for your buck.

First thing’s first- WASH your produce. I use warm water and elbow grease for most things. Use a cotton washcloth for things like potatoes, cucumbers, melons. I soak my berries, grapes, etc in a large bowl of warm water and then gently dry with a towel. Feel free to use any of the store bought vegetable washes, or that weird blue tooth speaker looking contraption that was on TikTok for a while, but it’s really not necessary.

I did an experiment a while back with broccoli. I wanted to keep the florets firm in between the time we picked it up and I had time to use it. I trimmed the stalk just a bit and placed it in water like a bouquet of flowers. It worked FANTASTIC. You can also use this method with celery, some lettuces, and most herbs. Change the water every day and use up within 5-7 days. Use the leftover water for your plants.
I also cut up cucumbers, celery and carrots into sticks, (crudites if you’re extra) and store in a glass container filled with water. Make sure you fill the bowl up with the veggies before adding the water. You’ll make a mess. Don’t ask.

There’s two parts of your life- the time before you knew that everything lasts longer being stored in glass and after. Ok maybe that’s dramatic but that’s how I felt. Berries are everyone’s favorite but if you don’t eat them within a few days of your delivery they give up the ghost. Wash, pat dry and place in a glass container. It doesn’t have to be a mason jar but…look how cute!

Greens, love them but why do I feel like I throw more away than I eat? Wash the wrap your lettuce with a wet paper towel and store in a ziplock bag. Some prefer to use breathable mesh bags, whatever works best for you! For spinach, spring mix, etc wash, pat dry and place in a glass bowl. Place a paper towel on top of the greens and put the lid on.

Onions and potatoes are delicious when cooked together but don’t do well when stored together. They should be stored in a cool, dark, dry place, such as a pantry or cabinet for up to 4 weeks. Choose a container that has good ventilation such as a wire crate, or a cute basket pictured above!