Viral TikTok hack reveals easy way to keep lettuce fresh for two weeks

Viral TikTok Hack Reveals Easy Way to Keep Lettuce Fresh for Two Weeks

In an age where every penny counts, a savvy homemaker has shared a simple, yet effective, hack that promises to keep lettuce fresh for up to two weeks, while also conserving precious fridge space. Thanks to TikTok user ‘Chores With Mum’, who has been capturing the attention of many with her practical life and food hacks, salad lovers can now keep their greens crisp and fresh for longer.

The hack, which has since gone viral, leverages just two everyday kitchen items: a ziplock bag and a paper towel. In a video that has amassed a significant following, ‘Chores With Mum’ demonstrates this easy method, which has gained popularity for its simplicity and practicality.

The TikTok user explains, “Whether you use it prepped in a box or fresh heads from the garden, lettuce takes up a lot of room in your fridge and spoils quickly. This little trick is gonna help your lettuce last twice as long and take up half the space.”

In her instructional video, she begins by folding two squares of paper towel and placing them into a ziplock bag, ensuring the fold line faces downwards to act as a liner. After washing and thoroughly drying the lettuce, she packs it tightly into the bag. She folds the paper towel over the top of the lettuce, then carefully squeezes out all the air before sealing the bag and placing it in the fridge.

“This simple storage method takes seconds to sort – but it can make your lettuce last for weeks,” she assures viewers. The video has resonated with many who have experienced the frustration of perishable lettuce wilting soon after purchase, often leading to unnecessary wastage.

‘Chores With Mum’, who boasts 16,000 followers, has built her audience through practical tips and ‘shortcuts’ for more efficient living. Her motto, “never met a shortcut I didn’t like,” reflects her commitment to finding and sharing ideas that make everyday tasks easier.

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Readers with their own tips or stories are encouraged to reach out via email at [email protected]. The viral success of ‘Chores With Mum’s’ lettuce hack underscores a significant interest in accessible, money-saving strategies that can help make daily life more manageable while reducing waste.