How to store your produce

I have definitely been guilty of wasting money on fresh produce that goes bad quickly and ends up in the trashcan long before it ever makes it to our plates. I'm a huge fan of our local farmer's market and love having fresh produce in our house, but if you don't know how to properly store it, you're wasting your money. Today, I'm sharing with you some of the storage tips I've learned to keep my produce fresh longer and save money in the long run.

What to store on your counter top?

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Avocado (store on counter to ripen, then move to fridge shelf when ripe)

Basil (likes it warm. Place leaves in cup of water and place bag over top to create greenhouse effect)

Cucumber

Onion (cut onions go in fridge) 

Tomatoes (they like breathing room, so be sure to spread them out)

What to store in a dark pantry?

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Garlic (store in a paper bag)

Potatoes

Winter Squash

What to store on your refrigerator shelf?

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Asparagus (trim the ends, place in a cup of water, and cover with a plastic bag)

Cilantro (trim the ends, place in cup of water, and cover with a plastic bag)

Citrus 

Bell Peppers

Halved Avocado (leave seed in place, squeeze lemon juice over flesh, wrap in plastic)

Halved Banana (store with peel on, cover end in foil)

Mushrooms (store inside of a paper bag)

Parsley (trim the ends, place in cup of water, and cover with a plastic bag)

Summer squash (store inside of a plastic bag)

What to store in your refrigerator drawer?

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Apple

Berries (uncovered in ventilated container)

Broccoli (wrapped in plastic)

Carrots (in plastic bag)

Dark Leafy Greens (in plastic bag with paper towel)

Grapes

Storing your produce correctly makes all the difference. Have any more tips for keeping your produce fresh longer? Comment below and let me know!!