12 Home Depot Food Storage Finds To Look For On Your Next Shopping Trip

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Food storage containers are an essential part of any home kitchen — what else are you going to do with leftovers, stick a dirty pan of food in the refrigerator? But while this purpose is vital, food storage containers are useful for much more than just leftovers. And it may not be your first thought, but Home Depot carries a vast range of food storage containers.

Yes, there are plenty of quality options for storing leftovers, including a large set of glass containers with locking lids, collapsible containers for saving space, and a sleek upgrade pick from a trendy cookware brand. If meal prep is your thing, there is also a large set of containers that may seem familiar from takeout restaurants. Many of Home Depot's food storage containers are versatile, but some also serve more specific purposes. Yet there's no reason that specialized storage for eggs, refrigerated produce, or even ice cream can't also transform your kitchen organization for the better.

This 28-piece set is big enough to start a food storage container collection from scratch. 14 containers and corresponding lids of 10 different sizes should cover any common need like storing leftovers, lunches to go, or traveling to a potluck.

The containers are made of borosilicate glass and oven safe up to 1,040 degrees Fahrenheit (not a typo,) so leftovers can easily be reheated. The locking plastic lids, however, should not go in the oven or microwave.

Purchase Sorbus 28-Piece Glass Food Storage Containers from Home Depot for $48.99.

Caraway is best known for its visually attractive ceramic non-stick cookware, but it also makes equally sleek food storage containers. This 14-piece set isn't the most affordable, but the ceramic-coated borosilicate glass and vacuum-tight lids are well-reviewed. You're paying for their visual design, but also quality construction.

However good the glass containers are, perhaps the best pieces in this set are the all-plastic Dash Containers. They're perfectly sized for saving smaller portions of unused ingredients or leftover meal components.

Purchase the Caraway Home 14-piece Glass Food Storage Set from Home Depot for $225.00.

Anyone who knows kitchen supplies probably knows OXO, an industry leader that's behind some of Alton Brown's favorite kitchen tools, like its angled measuring cups. This POP Assorted Container Set is another hugely popular OXO design, and for good reason.

Truly airtight lids make them ideal for storing pantry goods like dry beans, pasta, rice, sugar, flour, cereal, snacks, and much more. Various sizes of stackable containers fit almost any space, and every piece is dishwasher safe.

Purchase OXO Good Grips 20-Piece POP Assorted Container Set from Home Depot for $229.99.

Ice cream can be surprisingly easy to make. There are a number of important tips for making professional quality ice cream, perhaps the most important being patience, but don't forget about having the proper container either. The double walls of this Tovolo container improve resistance to freezer burn, the lid effortlessly snaps on or off, and a rubber-lined base means it won't slide around while scooping ice cream. Hand washing is recommended, but easy.

Purchase the Tovolo 1.5 qt. White Glide-A-Scoop Ice Cream Tub from Home Depot for $16.63.

These 14 produce storage containers are made of food-grade plastic, and meant to keep fruits and vegetables fresher for longer. They're clear all around for maximum visibility, with removable drip trays in the larger containers. The largest also has drip holes in the bottom for drying freshly-washed produce, limiting water exposure and encouraging freshness. The smaller containers lack many of these features, yet remain convenient for shorter-term produce storage like prep work for a later meal, plus snacks and dry goods.

Purchase the Numhew 14 Piece Clear Fridge Organizer from Home Depot for $91.49.

Having proper storage for fruits and vegetables is exciting, but not everyone needs (or has the space for) 14 containers costing nearly $100. Enter this 3-piece set of acrylic storage containers, which features vented lids to control the airflow for different produce, built-in moisture trays, and a removable divider for keeping ingredients separate. The smaller number of containers better suits smaller kitchens or refrigerators, but the price point is a plus for anyone.

Purchase the LEXI HOME Acrylic Produce Food Storage Container 3-pack from Home Depot for $31.92.

This set of six 16-ounce containers is made of lightweight food-grade plastic with leak-proof twist top lids. They're good for typical freezer fare like berries and fruit, but also for some surprisingly freezable foods like diced onions, pureed garlic, nuts, or even single-serving mini cakes.

Despite their light weight, they're both dishwasher and microwave safe for easy thawing and cleaning. And they don't even have to be frozen: they can be also used in the refrigerator or at room temperature.

Purchase Adrinfly Airtight Plastic Freezer Storage Containers from Home Depot for $31.53.

One of the best attributes of this food storage container set actually comes when it's not in use. Each container collapses flat to make the most of limited storage space, a common problem in home kitchens. To address another common issue with plastic containers, they are made of food-grade silicone instead. This material resists odors and stains better than plastic, while remaining top-rack dishwasher safe.

Purchase the CHEFSPOT 8 Piece Stackable Collapsible Silicone Meal Prep Food Storage Container Set from Home Depot for $34.99.

For households that go through dozens of eggs, this 2-tier egg holder could be a game changer. Clear plastic housing protects the eggs from other refrigerator contents while giving a clear view of the contents. Each drawer holds 20 eggs and easily slides out as needed, with suction cup feet making sure you don't pull the entire unit out by accident.

Purchase the Esepony 2-Tier Plastic Egg Holder from Home Depot for $71.20.

These containers should be familiar to many people who have ordered delivery food, and they're ubiquitous in the industry for a reason. Cheap and reliable, each of these black plastic containers with clear lids hold more than enough food for one filling meal. Believe it or not, they're also reusable. The plastic is safe for use in the freezer, microwave, and dishwasher, making them a useful and frugal choice for large-scale meal prep.

Purchase Anqtovp Plastic Meal Prep Containers with Lids from Home Depot for $54.53.

These 6-ounce food storage containers are ideal for small children. Stainless steel bodies resist staining and odors without the breakability of glass, and their leak-proof silicone lids are easy to place or remove. Each of the colorful textured lids can also serve as a coaster for the container itself. They're also freezer safe for cold snacks, and dishwasher safe for effortless cleaning.

Purchase Adrinfly Stainless Steel Snack Containers w/ Silicone Lids from Home Depot for $53.31.

This set of food storage containers makes a great choice for everyday use. Borosilicate glass makes them resistant to impact damage and thermal shock, and ideal to serve as frequently used items like a salt crock or sugar keeper. A silicone-sealed wooden lid keeps contents fresh and provides a subtle style boost fitting almost any kitchen countertop.

Purchase the Kitchen Details 3-Piece Borosilicate Glass Food Storage Container Set from Home Depot for $14.99.