But what about those times when you don’t need a whole lemon? We've all been there—using just a slice or half of the sunny citrus. The usual go-to is wrapping it in plastic or tossing it into a baggie, but that creates unnecessary plastic waste. Luckily, a brilliant tip from reader Chip Kinman of Burbank, California, shared by Cook’s Illustrated (@cooksillustrated), offers a simple, eco-friendly solution. All you have to do is reassemble the lemon and use toothpicks to hold it together.
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For one, the fruit’s natural barrier—the peel—helps slow the drying process and prevents excessive oxygen exposure, which leads to quicker deterioration. Second, keeping the cut sides pressed together limits evaporation, keeping the lemon juicy and fresh for longer.
This simple, no-waste hack keeps a lemon fresh for several days in the fridge and it's far better than wrapping it in plastic, which can sometimes cause condensation buildup, which can make the lemon spoil more quickly.
Other Ways to Keep Citrus Fresh Longer
If you don’t want to use the toothpick method or don't have any toothpicks handy, here are a few more ways to extend the life of cut citrus.
For an eco-friendly alternative to plastic wrap, beeswax wraps can help keep cut citrus fresh while allowing it to breathe just enough to prevent condensation. If you know you won’t be using the rest of the lemon for a while, squeeze the juice into an ice cube tray or slice the lemon into wedges and freeze them for later.
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