Sneak Peek: Learn how to keep romaine lettuce fresh by vacuum-sealing it into jars 7-10 days in advance. If you’ve ever wondered if you could cut up lettuce ahead of time but somehow keep the edges from turning brown and going bad, the answer is “YES.” This easy technique transformed me into a DAILY salad eater.
Do you wish you were eating more lettuce salads? I used to feel the same way. Now I’m a DAILY salad eater, and you can be, too!
With this unique trick, you can enjoy a daily salad as fast as you can take the lid off. I call it healthy fast food. It’s nearly as easy as opening a bag of chips.
Simply wrap individual heads or hearts tightly in aluminum foil. Remove as many crispy leaves as you need for a recipe, and re-bundle the remaining lettuce. This hack can extend the refrigerated shelf life of fresh romaine by a month or more.
Save money–especially when you buy romaine lettuce in bulk.
Bulk warehouses like Costco or Sam’s are the cheapest place to buy romaine. You can purchase the heads in packages of six.
I’m fond of the artisan romaine sold at Costco. They are slightly more expensive but worth it.
Keep chopped lettuce from turning brown.
The vacuum-sealing process removes all the oxygen from inside the jar. So even though the leaves are chopped with a knife, the cut leaves are prevented from oxidizing.
Keeping Romaine Lettuce Fresh & Ready for Salads : Healthy Food by Choice
FAQ
Why does aluminum foil keep lettuce fresh?
How do you wash romaine lettuce and keep it crisp?
How long will cut romaine last?
How long can you keep Romaine in a jar?
Seal jars using a wide-mouth jar attachment and a vacuum-pack machine. Screw on rings as insurance to keep lid sealed. Refrigerate up to 10 days depending on how fresh your lettuce is when you started this process. The number of servings or quart jars you end up with depends on how many heads of romaine you use and how compact and large they are.
What nutrients are found in romaine lettuce?
Romaine lettuce is a nutritious food due to its high water content and low calorie content. They are a good source of Vitamin A, Folic Acid, Vitamin K and fibers that help with digestion and the proper functioning of the intestine.
How long does Romaine last in the fridge?
A whole head of romaine should keep in the fridge for 10 to 20 days, while the hearts usually last a week to 10 days. Make sure you make the most of both by following these tips for storing romaine in the refrigerator. 1. Packaged Romaine Extend the shelf life of bagged romaine by giving the lettuce room to breathe.
How long does romaine lettuce last in a jar?
Attach pictures and as many details as possible for the best advice. Vacuum-sealing fresh-cut or chopped romaine lettuce in Mason jars will keep it fresh for up to 10 days. It’s “salad in a jar” my way. It makes it easier to eat a salad every day! Wash romaine lettuce well, leaving the leaves intact at the base.