How to keep lemons fresh longer

The best way to reduce your grocery budget, is to make use of the produce you already have by making it last longer! Here's an awesome tip for keeping lemons fresh and juicy for up to 3 weeks!

Lemons are an ideal way to perk up early spring cuisine; from salads to fish and desserts, they are an easy flavor booster to keep on hand. However, I always end up planning a meal around my last lemon, only to find out it has become hard and yields as much juice as a potato. Then I discovered this simple tip for making sure you get every last drop out of your lemons. Lemons sealed in a plastic bag and stored in the refrigerator tend to keep fresh longer.

Find out how to keep lemons fresh with methods that preserve the fruit's juice, vitamins, and antioxidants while extending the shelf life.

When stored on the countertop at room temperature, lemons last about a week. In the refrigerator, they'll last for about three weeks, as long as they're uncut. However, it's possible to make lemons last even longer, thanks to a simple storage trick. #hunkerhome #lemon #lemonhack #freshfruitstorage #lemonstorage

Learn the easy secret to keeping your lemons and limes fresh longer. No more overripe citrus with this super easy secret trick!

If you'd like to keep lemons and limes fresh for longer, I'm here to help! This lemon in the jar trick is one really works!

Lemons tend to expire after five days at room temperature. Learn this simple trick that will keep your lemons fresh longer.

Using this method, I've been able to keep citrus fresh for up to four weeks!

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Knowing how to properly store your lemons for freshness and flavor will extend the shelf life of lemons. Want to know the best way to store lemons? This post has all the ideal storage methods and storage conditions so your lemons will last a long time.