FOOD NEWS
Paper Towels Are The Easy Solution To Keeping Your Salad Fresh
By Ashlyn Frassinelli
Preparing salad ahead of time usually ends in a soggy mess, but a simple paper towel hack may change everything you thought you knew about storing salad.
When storing prepared salad in a plastic container, place a paper towel on top of the salad before covering it with the lid. It will wick away moisture and keep the greens fresh.
The paper towel will prevent the salad from becoming overly saturated while helping it stay crisp and fresh for at least four days. Wait to add the dressing until serving.
Lettuce and greens wilt quickly because of the moisture in the vegetables themselves and the ambient moisture in your refrigerator's air.
Paper towels can help by absorbing the moisture that would otherwise seep into your lettuce and cause it to wilt. Be sure to dry your greens thoroughly after washing them.
Line your container with paper towels or another absorbent material like terry cloth. You can also line the inside of your crisper drawer — just change the paper towels weekly.