Store lemon properly - how it works

Often you only need half a lemon juice, so it is more practical to know how to properly store the rest of the fruit.

Never store whole lemons in the refrigerator

Today the evergreen citrus plant is native to the Mediterranean. That is why the fruits are used to a warm climate.

• When buying lemons, make sure that there are no moldy or mushy fruits in the net. The lemons should be plump and have a rich yellow color.
• It is best to place the lemons in the shopping bag at the top. This prevents the fruit from being crushed.
• Store whole lemons separately from other fruits and at room temperature. The fruits should not be exposed to the blazing sun.
• Another option is to keep the lemons in a screw-top glass filled with water. Change the water every two days.
• If you have half a lemon from cooking or baking, it is sufficient to place the fruit in a small bowl or on a plate in the refrigerator. Make sure that the pulp of the lemon is facing upwards.
• You can also keep lemon halves at room temperature. Again, you should not cover the cut side with cling film, but simply let it air dry.
• Cut only as much of the lemon as you need. This keeps the cut surface as small as possible and does not dry out as quickly in the refrigerator.