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How Long Does Bagged Lettuce Last?
In general, we recommend consuming your bag of lettuce as quickly as possible.
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Check out these tips for what to do.
If any leaves look wilted or slimy, choose a different bag.
The presence of a few wilted or slimy leaves will make the whole bunch go bad that much faster.
This provides more protection for your easily bruised greens.
How To Revive Wilted Lettuce
Bagged lettuce can wilt quickly between the lack of airflow and dryness.
To revive wilted lettuce, fill a large bowl with cold water and a layer of ice cubes.
Gently plunge the lettuce into the water, then let it sit for five or 10 minutes.
Once the lettuce perks up, give it a spin in the salad spinner to remove excess moisture.
