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Lettuce stays fresh and crisp two weeks longer with 'easy' hack
Lettuce is a staple ingredient in the summer when more people will be making salads and burgers, but this leafy green is infamous for spoiling quickly just after being bought
Lettuce, a key component in summer salads and burgers, is notorious for spoiling quickly after purchase due to its high water content which can lead to bacterial or mould growth if not stored correctly.
Nicole Modic, cookbook author and founder of Kale Junkie, admits her purchased lettuce used to wilt within days before she stumbled upon a brilliant storage technique to prolong its freshness. "The best part is, this hack works with all types of lettuce, making it a versatile hack to keep in your back pocket."
How to make lettuce last two weeks longer
Start by chopping off the lettuce head's stem, as this area is prone to harbouring bacteria which can be a major contaminant for your greens, reports the Express.
Next, snugly wrap the leaves in a tea towel or paper towels, tuck them into a sandwich bag, and then store them in the refrigerator. This method tackles lettuce's tendency to produce surplus moisture, which invites unwanted bacteria and mould.
The towel serves not just to soak up additional dampness but also as a shield against bacteria - so your lettuce will preserve its freshness far longer than usual.
To maintain optimal freshness, remember to swap out the towel every few days - you'll be rewarded with crisp, fresh lettuce for up to two weeks more.
Not only does this hassle-free storage technique prolong the freshness of lettuce, but it applies to a variety of leafy greens including spinach, kale, bok choy and rocket, too.
Nicole shared her excitement about the trick: "Lucky for us, now we have this hack, which makes extending the life of your lettuce simple and easy (and, not to mention: also cost-effective and more sustainable!")
