Improper storage can cause citrus to spoil faster than necessary. Follow these simple tips to keep your oranges, lemons, and other citrus fresh for as long as possible!
Remove From The Bag
If purchased in a bag, remove citrus before storing. Keeping fruit in a bag traps moisture and air, which can cause it to spoil faster.
Refrigerate!
Storing citrus in the refrigerator can help extend its shelf life. Avoid squishing them tightly in a drawer – allow airflow between the oranges to keep from spoiling.
Use Them In A Countertop Snack Bowl
Keep a bowl on the counter for snacking and refill from the refrigerator when empty. Remember that citrus prefers a cool and dry environment so try to avoid placing your bowl in direct light on your counter.
Get Creative With Extra Citrus
Zesting, juicing, and baking are delicious ways to use any extra citrus you don’t eat or store. Follow a marmalade recipe, juice up a citrus immunity shot, or garnish any recipe with zest for a fresh citrus flavor.
