Sweet potatoes are one of the only vegetables that prefer warmer temperatures for storage, along with pumpkins and winter squash. These should all be stored at around 50-55 degrees. For root vegetables and potatoes, high humidity levels of up to 90% are usually preferred. There are some exceptions, though. Onions, garlic, and winter squash do not actually do well in high levels of humidity. Some vegetables prefer cold and humid conditions such as beets, carrots, and parsnips.
Key Takeaways:
- Find out the best temperature to store your particular vegetables, as some vegetables prefer very cold temperatures while others do not.
- If you have vegetables that are bruised or too ripe, consume those right away instead of storing them.
- For guidelines on how to store specific types of vegetables, consult the University of Wisconsin Vegetable Storage Chart.
“Vegetables at peak maturity will store better than underdeveloped or over-ripe ones.”
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