Don’t Wash Before Storing Moisture accelerates spoilage. Only wash strawberries right before you plan to eat or use them.
Store in the Fridge Keep strawberries in the refrigerator to maintain freshness and slow down the ripening process.
Use a Shallow Container Place strawberries in a shallow container to ensure air circulation. This helps prevent bruising and allows them to stay fresh longer.
Line With Paper Towel Line the container with paper towels to absorb excess moisture and keep the strawberries dry, preventing mold growth.
Remove Damaged Berrie Check for moldy or overripe strawberries and remove them immediately. One bad berry can cause the others to spoil faster.
Store in the Original Container If the strawberries come in a vented plastic container, store them in it. The ventilation helps with air circulation and moisture control.
Avoid Storing with Other Fruit Strawberries release ethylene gas, which speeds up ripening. Store them separately from other fruits to prevent them from ripening too quickly.