Download Article Show Download Article Though delicious and nutritious, broccoli has a well-earned reputation as being somewhat tricky to keep fresh. Stored improperly, broccoli can go from crisp and refreshing to unappetizing in just a day or two. However, with smart storage techniques, you can keep your broccoli fresh for as long as five to seven days (and if you're willing to freeze it, much longer). To start making the most of your broccoli and cutting down on waste in your kitchen, see step 1 below to get started!
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Thanks for submitting a tip for review! ReferencesAbout This ArticleArticle SummaryX If you want to keep broccoli fresh for a few days, put the head of broccoli stem down into a bowl with a little water like a bouquet. Place the bowl in the refrigerator and change the water daily to keep the broccoli fresh for 5-7 days. You can also wrap your broccoli in damp paper towels or place it into a ventilated plastic bag if you are going to use it within a few days. Regardless of how you choose to store your broccoli, get it into the refrigerator as soon as possible after bringing it home. If you want to learn how to freeze broccoli to keep it fresh, keep reading the article! Did this summary help you? Thanks to all authors for creating a page that has been read 320,240 times. Reader Success Stories
Did this article help you?How do you keep broccoli fresh for a long time?To store fresh broccoli, mist unwashed heads, wrap loosely with paper towels, and keep it in the refrigerator. This will help to keep broccoli fresh for at least two or three days. If you need to store broccoli for longer than a few days, you will need to cut your broccoli into small pieces, blanch it and freeze it.
What's the best way to store broccoli in the refrigerator?How to Store Broccoli in the Fridge. Fresh broccoli should be stored in a loosely closed or perforated plastic bag. Broccoli needs air circulation to stay fresh, so avoid sealing or knotting the bag.
How long can you keep uncooked broccoli in the fridge?Properly stored, broccoli lasts about three to five days in the fridge—whether it's cooked or raw.
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