"Wash and dry greens thoroughly," explains McCarthy, the founder of Healthy Eating 101. "I like to spin my greens dry in a salad spinner, or you can wrap them in paper towels and store them in a loosely sealed plastic bag or container in the refrigerator. Try not to put too much into the storage container to prevent wilting. Most greens will stay fresh for 3-5 days."
Removing the moisture from the surface of salad greens reduces the risk of spoilage and deterioration. While you can dry your washed leaves with paper towels, using a salad spinner is better because it eliminates excess water without damaging the tender leaves (bruised, yellowing, and torn greens will decay faster than those in tiptop condition).
Salad greens will remain fresher for longer if there's a good airflow around each leaf. Packing them loosely, instead of squashing them down into a small container, will therefore help them to retain their sprightly texture and verdant color. Placing a paper towel in the box as McCarthy, who is also the Have A Plant Ambassador for The Foundation for Fresh Produce, advises will also wick away any remaining moisture naturally emitted from the leaves as they sit in the fridge and capture condensation.
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