The Secret to Storing Leafy Greens
Moisture is both a friend and enemy to fresh produce. Excess moisture on leaves leads to quick rotting, while dry air causes wilting.
To keep spinach, coriander, and methi fresh for up to 10 days, wash them immediately only if you dry them completely using a salad spinner or clean kitchen towels. Store them in airtight glass or BPA-free containers lined with a dry paper towel to catch humidity.
Root Vegetables Need Darkness and Ventilation
Potatoes, onions, and garlic thrive in cool, dark spaces with steady airflow. Keep them out of plastic bags and never store potatoes and onions in the same basket.
Onions release ethylene gas which accelerates sprouting in potatoes. Keep them at least a few feet apart in open mesh baskets.
