Fruit & vegetables
How long do onions last?
Onions last 7–10 days (cut) in the fridge, 1–2 months at room temperature, 10–12 months (chopped) in the freezer. Store onions in the cupboard for the best results.
Fridge
7–10 days (cut)
Cupboard / room tempBest
1–2 months
Freezer
10–12 months (chopped)
How to store onions
- Store whole onions in a cool, dark, dry spot with airflow, not in plastic.
- Keep them away from potatoes; each makes the other spoil faster.
Signs onions have gone bad
Soft spots, sprouts with a mushy bulb or mold. When in doubt, throw it out. These are typical home-storage times; always check the package date.
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Questions about onions
- How long do onions last in the fridge?
- Onions: 7–10 days (cut) in the fridge.
- Can you freeze onions?
- Yes. Onions keep 10–12 months (chopped) in the freezer. Keep them away from potatoes; each makes the other spoil faster.
- Where should you store onions?
- In the cupboard. Store whole onions in a cool, dark, dry spot with airflow, not in plastic.
- How can you tell if onions have gone bad?
- Soft spots, sprouts with a mushy bulb or mold. When in doubt, throw it out.
