Don't settle for a sad, soggy salad. These lettuce keepers keep your greens (and favorite toppings!) fresh.
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In the world of veggies, lettuce reigns supreme. It’s a staple in salads, tacos and sandwiches. If you really think about it, lettuce is the unsung hero of many a dish—which only makes floppy, soggy leaves all the less appetizing. Luckily, there are lettuce keepers!
These dedicated produce keepers lock freshness in and air out, so your iceberg, romaine and butterhead boasts a much longer life in the fridge. While there are a lot of lettuce keepers on the market, the team at Taste of Home found our favorite options for salad heads and healthy eaters.
Prep Solutions Lettuce Keeper
The best refrigerator organizing ideas start with investing in high-quality food storage containers and produce keepers—and, of course, the best lettuce keepers.
Handpicked and tested by two Taste of Home Test Kitchen staffers, this genius lettuce keeper wins our stamp of approval. The built-in colander makes it easy to rinse fresh lettuce, fruits and veggies, while the attached water reservoir catches any extra drips. This dynamic design ensures produce stays nice and crisp, no matter which type of lettuce you’re storing.
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Walter Drake Lettuce Keeper
Don’t let the funky design fool you—this container is one of the best lettuce keepers for keeping whole heads of iceberg fresh. The design offers a perfectly cold, moist environment for maximizing freshness, while a drip tray reservoir drains excess water. It may be a spectacle to look at, but you’ll be amazed by the results. Don’t forget to check out these glass food storage containers that make meal prep a breeze.
OXO Greensaver Produce Keeper
With its small, medium and large size options, there’s a GreenSaver to fit every fridge. Each lettuce keeper has an adjustable vent, letting you set different humidity levels for different types of produce. It relies on a carbon filter to trap and absorb gases, resulting in produce with a longer shelf life. It’s just one of the ways you can keep fruits and vegetables fresh longer. If your fridge suffers from lingering odors, try the Chilly Mama.
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Rubbermaid FreshWorks Produce Savers
This two-piece lettuce-saving set includes a medium and large storage container that make for easy refrigerator stacking. The FreshVent technology regulates airflow, while a built-in filter creates an optimal environment for produce to last as long as possible. Simply rinse your greens and pop them in the lettuce keepers for long-lasting freshness!
Debbie Meyer Green Box
You’ve likely heard of Debbie’s Green Bags—and now there are GreenBoxes! These smart lettuce keepers absorb food gases (just like the Bluapple), ultimately extending their life. In addition to produce, this product works for baked goods and snacks, too. With 32 pieces in each set, this is quite the bang for your buck. Their stackable design make it easy peasy to organize the fridge the right way.
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Prepara Herb Savor Pod 2.0
Herbs go bad so quickly, but this genius herb saver promises to triple their life span! A hard outer shell prevents the fragile leaves from being crushed, while a built-in hydrating system keeps herbs crisp instead of soggy. We tested the herb saver at home and were thrilled with the results! Want fresh herbs every day? These are the best herbs to grow indoors.
FAQ
Do lettuce keepers actually work?
Yes, lettuce keepers help control moisture and airflow, keeping greens fresh and crisp for up to a week longer.
What is the best way to keep lettuce fresh longer?
Store washed, dried lettuce in an airtight container with a paper towel to absorb moisture.
How do restaurants keep their lettuce so crisp?
They soak lettuce in ice water, spin it dry, and refrigerate it in sealed containers to lock in crispness.
Does wrapping lettuce in aluminum foil make it last longer?
Yes, wrapping lettuce in foil helps retain moisture and can extend freshness by several days.
Why You Should Trust Us
This article was written by Katie Bandurski, Taste of Home’s Deputy Shopping Editor with more than eight years of experience in the home and food industry. Katie has personally tested hundreds of kitchen and home products, from cookware to food storage solutions like lettuce keepers. She’s contributed to over 2,000 Taste of Home articles and previously worked with Better Homes & Gardens, bringing a deep understanding of what makes a product truly useful in everyday life. Her goal is to help readers find reliable, high-quality items that make cooking and home organization easier and more enjoyable.
