If youre stumped on how to store cucumbers, we can help.
The cool crunch of cucumber in our salads is the song of summer.
That leaves us with another conundrum: how to store cucumbers so they stay fresh.
How Long Do Cucumbers Last?
When stored properly, cucumbers can last up to one week in the refrigerator.
This timeframe is applicable to both whole cucumbers and sliced cucumbers.
If you’re looking for a long-term storage solution, you could try freezing cucumbers.
Freezing cucumbers is convenient, but keep in mind that it’s not ideal for every recipe.
While a fresh cucumber is crisp in texture, a frozen one will turn mushy.
), cucumbers do need to be refrigerated.
This practice doesn’t hurt the cucumbers, but it is unnecessary.
A Longer-Term Storage Solution
If you’re looking for long-term storage solutions, consider pickling your cucumbers!
Check out our guide onHow to Pickle Anything(no canning required!)
so you’re able to enjoy your garden cucumbers for up to a monthor longer if youpreserve them.
