Whole Avocados Store unripe avocados at room temperature until they soften. To slow ripening, place them in the refrigerator once they reach peak ripeness. This can extend their freshness for up to a week.
Cut Avocados To prevent browning, brush the exposed flesh with lemon or lime juice, then wrap it tightly in plastic wrap or store it in an airtight container. Keeping the pit intact can also help reduce oxidation.
Mashed Avocados If you’ve mashed an avocado, mix in a little citrus juice to slow browning. Store it in an airtight container with plastic wrap pressed directly onto the surface before sealing the lid.
Storing Guacamole For guacamole, press plastic wrap directly onto the surface to minimize air exposure. Some also add a thin layer of water or extra lime juice before sealing to keep it fresh longer.
Freezing Avocados For long-term storage, mash or purée ripe avocados with lemon juice and freeze them in an airtight container or ice cube trays. Whole and sliced avocados don’t freeze well due to texture changes.
By using these methods, you can extend the life of your avocados and keep them fresh for longer, whether you’re storing them whole, cut, or mashed!