Tomatoes are one of those kitchen staples we all love — fresh, juicy, and packed with flavor. But they’re also incredibly delicate. Store them the wrong way, and they’ll go from perfect to mush in just a few days. 😩
So how do you make tomatoes last longer without sacrificing taste and texture? Here’s the best method to store them properly, whether they’re fresh from the garden or the grocery store.
🟢 Step 1: Know Your Tomato Type
Not all tomatoes are the same. Some store better than others:
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Unripe (greenish) tomatoes: Need to ripen at room temperature first.
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Ripe tomatoes: Should be eaten soon — or stored carefully to extend their life.
🍽️ Step 2: Never Refrigerate Unripe Tomatoes
Putting unripe tomatoes in the fridge halts the ripening process and can ruin their flavor. Instead:
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Leave them on the counter, stem side down.
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Keep them out of direct sunlight.
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Let them ripen naturally over a few days.
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