No More Waste: 7 Must-Know Storage Tricks For Tomatoes

Keep Them Stem Side Down:

To slow the rotting, prevent air and moisture from entering by storing tomatoes with the stem side down.

Avoid the Fridge for Ripe Ones:

The texture and flavor of the tomatoes are affected by cold air, so store ripe tomatoes at room temperature and eat them quickly.

Refrigerate Only Overripe Tomatoes:

If the tomato's condition is getting worse pop them in the fridge and before use let them come to room temperature.

Unripe Tomatoes? Use a Paper Bag:

To speed up the ripening procedure of the tomatoes, store it in a paper bag with a banana to speed up ripening naturally.

Don’t Stack Them:

To avoid the soft spots and mold on the tomatoes, store them in a single layer else they will bruise easily.

Freeze for Later Use:

If there are too many ripe tomatoes, core and freeze them whole for sauces or soups later.

Use a Breathable Container:

Don’t store the tomatoes in an airtight container, as the moisture can be trapped, causing them to rot.