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Keeping lettuce fresh - suggestions?

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#1 ·
Hi everyone! It has been a loooong time since I've been here, but couldn't think of who else to ask. I typically buy the larger clamshell containers of organic lettuce to use at home. The main reason is to encourage myself to actually eat more veggies, which is easier for me to do when I can grab a big handful for a salad. The issue is the lettuce ends up decomposing in the clamshell way before the "best by" date. I've tried a couple things, like placing a new paper towel on top of the lettuce every time I use some, or wiping the extra moisture off the lid. Any ideas on how to lengthen the shelf life, even by a few days? Thanks.

Scott
 
#4 · (Edited)
If it is a sturdy lettuce the above tips will work great.

Micro greens are another story.

If you must wash them (and I get it...I have to as well)  rinse gently just before using by floating in a bowl of cold water then spin.

Otherwise eat faster or buy from a salad bar.

The $$ will most likely be the same but you will be spared that wastage of food guilt trip.

mimi
 
#5 ·
Thanks all for the responses. The plastic clamshell keeps a decent amount of moisture inside, maybe too much. The spinach and green leaf stays fine, it's some of the reds that have the problem. If I bought a smaller package that would certainly help, but then I would be going to the store more often, using more gas, more time, etc. I'll keep experimenting, maybe by leaving the packaging open to allow some of the excess moisture to evaporate. Thanks all!
 
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