Lemons are an excellent source of vitamin C and flavonoids, which are antioxidants and help remove free radicals that can damage cells in the body. If you donโt know how to store lemons properly then lemons become hard and lose moisture. So, here i share 5 best way to store lemons fresh for longer. 
Despite their acidity, lemons go bad like any other fruit. Shriveling, soft or hard spots, and dull colour are all signs that lemon has started to lose flavour and juice. Prevent this happening by learning how to store lemons at the right temperature.
Here are a fewย tips to store lemonsย the right way to keep them fresh for a longer period of time.
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How to store lemons
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Lemons are acidic in nature and have a very short shelf life if not stored properly they lose their moisture, grow unwanted black spots on the outer layer of lemons and allow moisture to escape the fruit, making it dry and flavourless. Here is the list of 5 important tips on how to store lemons for months.
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How to store lemons without refrigerator
If you want to use the whole lemons within a few days of purchase, just keep them away from direct sunlight.
How to store lemons in freezer
To store lemons for a longer duration letโs say for 3 to 4 weeks first you have to keep the lemons in zip-locked bags, then squeeze out as much air as possible then you can safely keep them in the middle shelves or door shelves of the refrigerator.
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How to store cut lemons
We all know cut fruits always have a tendency to reduce water loss and oxidization which becomes yellowish colour on the cut surface.
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To protect from this first place lemons halve cut-side down on a plastic wrap thoroughly wrap the lemons then put the lemons in an airtight container and safely keep them in the refrigerator for at least 2 to 3 days.
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How to store lemon juice
If lemon juice is kept at room temperature then it can easily generate bacteria in it and lose its texture.
So store lemon juice for a longer duration. First, pour lemon juice into a dark colour bottle so that light canโt easily pass through the bottle then keep it in the refrigerator for at least 2 to 3 days.
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How to store zest
Kitchen tips : How to store lemons | 5 best way to store lemons fresh for longer
Equipment
- Ice cube tray
- Sharp knife
- Refrigerator
Materials
- Lemon
- Zip-locked bag
- Dark color bottle
- Air tight container
Instructions
- How to store lemon for longer time
- If you want to store lemon without using refrigerator keep them away from direct sunlight if possible use the whole lemons within a few days of purchase.
- If you want to store lemon in refrigerator for longer duration keep them in a zip-locked bags, squeeze out as much air as possible then keep them in the middle shelves or door shelves of refrigerator.
- For storing cut lemons cut-side down on a plastic wrap thoroughly wrap the lemons then put the lemons in an airtight container and safely keep in the refrigerator for at least 2 to 3 days.
- To store lemon juice for longer duration, first pour lemon juice in a dark color bottle so that light can't easily pass through the bottle then keep it in the refrigerator for at least 2 to 3 days.
- You can pour lemon juice in ice cube trays.ย When lemon juice become frozen, transfer to a sealed plastic bag and keep in the freezer.After that you can easily use them to your dishes.
- If you want to store zested lemon within 2 to 3 days , then transfer the freshly grated zest to an airtight glass container and store in a cool, dry location.
