Q&A for How to Keep Lettuce Fresh

Yes, put he paper towel in the bag as well. Definitely wring out the excess water, too, in order to prevent the lettuce from rotting.

Any extra moisture will speed up the decaying process, so you should store them unwashed and then wash them as you use them. If you do want to wash them ahead of time, then ensure that they are completely dry before you put them into the plastic bag.

If you are going to use it right away, wash it. If you want to keep it for a day or two, do not wash it as the moisture would turn the lettuce brown. You can also try placing a paper towel in a plastic bag with the lettuce to help absorb any moisture.

Just wrap the roots with a damp paper towel, then put a plastic bag around the paper towel. Store the wrapped lettuce in the fridge. This process will add several days to the shelf life of the lettuce.

They should all be fine in the crisper drawer.

Approximately one or two weeks, depending on its type and how it is stored. If you follow all the steps above, it will possibly remain fresh for three weeks.

Tear the leaves into the sizes you want, and place in the spinner.

No. Lettuce should be kept in a bowl in a crisper drawer with a damp paper towel covering it.