How to Store Fresh Asparagus

We’re in the middle of asparagus season and it’s a great time to enjoy this summer vegetable. Here is theBest Way to Store Fresh Asparagusand keep it from drying out.

How to Store Fresh Asparagus

Asparagus is in season in California right now which means I can get it pretty cheap since we aren’t all that far from the Sunshine State. I have been loving having a seasonal vegetable to cook with! It’s been so very long. Welcome spring.

I bought a 3 pound bag at Costco for $3.99 last week and it was beautiful tender asparagus. The only problem? I had 3 whole pounds of it. So I did some research to figure out how to store fresh asparagus the best. I bought the asparagus on Thursday, stored it properly on Friday, and just finished using it for Sunday dinner. So it lasted 10 whole days in the fridge and showed no signs of getting old. I bet it would have stayed good another few days too. It worked so well that I wanted to share the method with you.

This method was quick and easy and it worked great! If you are going to buy in bulk it’s important to know how to store things so that you don’t end up throwing out things that go to waste in the fridge. I hope it helps you to keep your fresh produce a bit longer, saves you a bit of money, and gets you excited for this delicious spring vegetable.

What do I look for when buying asparagus?

When purchasing asparagus, look for bright green or violet-tinged spears. You want the stems to be firm and not limp. Don’t worry about the thickness because that doesn’t determine the taste.

When should I buy asparagus?

Buying fresh is always the best option. The best months are betweenFebruary to June, with April being the peak time.

How long can you keep asparagus in the fridge?

If properly stored, asparagus will typically keep well for about 3 to 5 days in the refrigerator.

How can you tell if white asparagus is bad?

If your asparagus is going bad the tips will begin to turn a very dark green and will be mushy to the touch.

Some of my favorite uses for asparagus, all found on my site:

• Simple Roasted Spring Vegetables
• Asparagus and Sausage Risotto
• Baked Bacon Wrapped Asparagus
• How to Cook Asparagus on the Stovetop

And there you have a fun little tip forThe Best Way to Store Fresh Asparagus.Have a great week friends and thanks for stopping in.