Vegetables
How to Store Cucumbers
Cucumbers prefer cool — not cold — and hate ethylene.
Pantry
1–2 days
Fridge
1 week
Freezer
Not recommended (use for pickles)
How to store it
- •Wrap cucumbers in a paper towel and store in a bag toward the front of the fridge, where it's less cold.
- •Keep them away from apples, bananas and tomatoes — ethylene makes them go soft.
- •Store cut cucumber sealed and use within a day or two.
Signs it has gone bad
- •Soft, wrinkled ends
- •Slimy skin
- •Hollow or watery center
- •Yellowing
Pro tips
- •Turn about-to-turn cucumbers into quick fridge pickles.
- •Too-cold storage causes mushy, pitted spots.
Frequently asked questions
How long do cucumbers last in the fridge?+
In the refrigerator, cucumbers keep for 1 week. Store it correctly and use the oldest first.
Can you freeze cucumbers?+
Freezing cucumbers isn't recommended — it doesn't hold up well and the texture suffers.
What is the best way to store cucumbers?+
Best kept in the refrigerator (front, warmer area). Wrap cucumbers in a paper towel and store in a bag toward the front of the fridge, where it's less cold.
How can you tell if cucumbers have gone bad?+
Signs that cucumbers have spoiled include: soft, wrinkled ends, slimy skin, hollow or watery center. When in doubt, throw it out.
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