"we suggest storing whole zucchini unwashed and refrigerated. The best way to prevent excess moisture is by placing the zucchini in a paper bag with holes."
"The moment a zucchini is cut, its shelf life is shortened up to three days," says Graves."
"placing chopped zucchini in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It's important to place a paper towel alongside the zucchini in the container to absorb excess moisture."
"once zucchini is harvested, it will no longer ripen."
Store whole unwashed zucchini refrigerated in a paper bag with holes to prevent moisture and keep air circulating. Place the bag in the vegetable crisper to further reduce excess moisture. Whole zucchini stored this way maintain peak freshness for about one week. Wash zucchini only when ready to cook. Cutting zucchini shortens its shelf life by up to three days. Store chopped zucchini in an airtight container with a paper towel to absorb excess moisture. Blanching and freezing zucchini extends storage up to three months. Zucchini does not continue to ripen after harvest, so very hard or pale zucchini will not ripen further.
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