How long does zucchini last?
It keeps in the fridge for about 1 week.
Product: Fresh whole zucchini.
Shelf life of zucchini at a glance
| Storage | Keeps |
|---|---|
| Room temperature | 3 days |
| Fridge | 1 week |
| Freezer | 10 months |
Keep zucchini in the crisper drawer, away from apples and tomatoes, which make it soft and spotty. Once cut, it lasts about 2 days covered in the fridge. Slice and blanch it before freezing; once thawed, it is only good for cooking.
How to tell if zucchini has gone bad
The times on this page are guideline values for food stored properly. Check how it looks, smells and feels: mold, slime, an off smell or mushy spots mean it goes in the trash. Eat raw meat and fish strictly within these times, and never past a "Use By" date.