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The tricks to keep them fresh and fragrant over time
Lemons are an indispensable ingredient in the kitchen: they are used to flavor dishes, season salads, make desserts, jams and drinks. But how to keep them fresh and juicy for longer? In this article we explain how to store lemons for a long time, even without the peel, and where it is best to store them to prevent them from drying out or going moldy.
👉 Choose organic Sicilian lemons freshly picked: the fresher they are, the longer they last!
Where to store lemons
It depends on how long you want to maintain them:
- For immediate use (2-3 days): you can leave them out of the refrigerator, in a cool, dry place, away from heat sources.
- For longer times (up to 3-4 weeks): it is best to store them in the refrigerator, in the fruit drawer, inside a paper bag or in a breathable container.
👉 So if you’re wondering where to store lemons, the answer is: it depends on how long you want them.
How to store lemons for a long time in the refrigerator
- Place whole (uncut) lemons back into a perforated bag or bowl covered with foil.
- Don’t leave them loose in the refrigerator-the dry air makes them shrivel faster.
- In this way, the lemons will keep for a long time, even 3-4 weeks.
How to store lemons outside the refrigerator
- Place them in a bowl with a cotton or paper towel bottom to retain moisture.
- Avoid keeping them crowded together-they need to “breathe.”
- Keep them away from sources of direct light or heat.
👉 Lemons outside the refrigerator last well for about 5-7 days if the environment is cool.
How to store lemons without peel
Did you peel a lemon or just use the zest?
- If the lemon is cut in half: wrap it in foil or put it in an airtight container. It should be consumed within 2 days.
- If it is without peel: put it in the refrigerator immediately, covered, and use it within 24 hours.
- You can also squeeze the juice and freeze it into ice cubes for later use.
Extra tips for storing lemons for the long term
- Freeze them whole, grated or squeezed
- Turn them into marmalade or lemon cream
- Keep the grated peel in the freezer for use in desserts
Make a lemon marmalade so that not a single fruit is wasted!
Conclusion
Knowing how to store lemons for a long time allows you to reduce waste and always have a citrus fruit that is fragrant and full of benefits. Whether they are whole, cut or peel-less, follow these tips to keep them fresh and usable for longer.
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