"She notes that Sprouts works closely with farmers near its stores, ones who commit to organic, non-GMO products and sustainable practices. That ensures the season's freshest produce, but when the product is packaged and "ready to eat," like bagged spinach, it must be thoroughly washed and labeled as such. That means you can literally eat it straight from the bag."
"Look for terms such as "washed," "pre-washed," "triple-washed," and "ready to eat," signaling the spinach has gone through controlled washing in a facility that follows specific food-safety rules. You may think it never hurts to wash ready-to-eat spinach again, but if you choose to do so, take care that it doesn't come into contact with unclean surfaces or cooking utensils in your home. That could cause cross-contamination, defeating the benefits of buying spinach in bags."
Bagged spinach labeled "washed," "pre-washed," "triple-washed," or "ready to eat" undergoes controlled facility washing and can be eaten straight from the bag. Retailers coordinate with nearby farmers who commit to organic, non-GMO, and sustainable practices to supply fresh produce. Rewashing ready-to-eat spinach is unnecessary and can introduce contaminants if the leaves contact unclean surfaces or utensils, leading to cross-contamination. Leafy greens often link to foodborne illness because they are frequently eaten raw and provide ample surface area for germs to remain. Consumers should check packaging labels for washing statements before consuming bagged spinach raw.
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