General guide

Below you can find a general guide to different foods expected shelf life.

Fruits and Vegetables

  • Apples – 4-6 weeks in the fridge
  • Pears – 3-5 days at room temperature, 1-2 weeks in the fridge
  • Bananas – 5-7 days at room temperature
  • Oranges – 3-4 weeks in the fridge
  • Citrus fruits (lemon/lime) – 3-4 weeks in the fridge
  • Grapes – 1-2 weeks in the fridge
  • Melon (whole) – 1-2 weeks at room temperature
  • Melon (cut) – 3-5 days in the fridge
  • Strawberries – 3-7 days in the fridge
  • Raspberries – 2-3 days in the fridge
  • Blueberries – 7-10 days in the fridge
  • Mango – 4-5 days at room temperature, 7-10 days in the fridge
  • Pineapple (whole) – 1-2 days at room temperature, 5-7 days in the fridge
  • Kiwi – 1-2 weeks in the fridge
  • Avocado (unripe) – 4-7 days at room temperature
  • Avocado (ripe) – 3-4 days in the fridge
  • Tomatoes (fresh) – 5-7 days at room temperature
  • Bell peppers – 1-2 weeks in the fridge
  • Cucumber – 1 week in the fridge
  • Lettuce (whole head) – 1 week in the fridge
  • Kale/Spinach – 3-5 days in the fridge
  • Carrots (whole) – 3-4 weeks in the fridge
  • Potatoes – 1-2 months in a cool, dark place
  • Sweet potatoes – 3-5 weeks in a cool, dark place
  • Onions (yellow/red/white) – 1-2 months in a cool place
  • Garlic – 1-2 months at room temperature
  • Broccoli – 1 week in the fridge
  • Cauliflower – 1-2 weeks in the fridge
  • Zucchini – 1 week in the fridge
  • Eggplant – 4-6 days in the fridge
  • Corn (fresh) – 1-2 days in the fridge
  • Fresh herbs (basil/parsley) – 3-7 days in the fridge

Dairy Products

  • Milk (fresh) – 5-7 days opened in the fridge
  • Cream – 5-7 days in the fridge
  • Buttermilk/Kefir – 2-3 weeks in the fridge
  • Yogurt – 1-3 weeks in the fridge
  • Butter (unsalted/salted) – 1-3 months in the fridge, 6 months in the freezer
  • Hard cheese (cheddar/parmesan) – 3-6 months in the fridge
  • Soft cheese (brie/camembert) – 1-2 weeks in the fridge
  • Mozzarella (fresh) – 5-7 days in the fridge
  • Feta cheese – 1-2 weeks in the fridge
  • Cream cheese – 1-2 weeks opened in the fridge
  • Ice cream – 2-3 months in the freezer

Meat and Deli Products

  • Beef (raw) – 3-5 days in the fridge, 6-12 months in the freezer
  • Pork (raw) – 3-5 days in the fridge, 4-6 months in the freezer
  • Chicken (raw) – 1-2 days in the fridge, 9-12 months in the freezer
  • Lamb (raw) – 3-5 days in the fridge, 6-12 months in the freezer
  • Sausage (raw/fresh) – 1-2 days in the fridge, 1-2 months in the freezer
  • Cooked ham – 3-5 days opened in the fridge
  • Salami – 2-3 weeks opened in the fridge
  • Bacon – 1 week in the fridge, 1 month in the freezer
  • Ground beef (raw) – 1-2 days in the fridge, 3-4 months in the freezer

Fish and Seafood

  • Salmon (raw) – 1-2 days in the fridge, 3-8 months in the freezer
  • Cod (raw) – 1-2 days in the fridge, 6-8 months in the freezer
  • Shrimp (raw) – 1-2 days in the fridge, 6-12 months in the freezer
  • Crab/Lobster (fresh) – 1-2 days in the fridge
  • Mussels (fresh) – 1-2 days in the fridge
  • Tuna (canned) – 3-5 years in the pantry

Bread and Grains

  • Bread (fresh) – 5-7 days at room temperature
  • Bread (frozen) – 3 months in the freezer
  • Tortillas – 3-4 weeks in the fridge
  • Rice (uncooked) – Indefinite shelf life (dry storage)
  • Pasta (uncooked) – 1-2 years in the pantry
  • Oats – 1-2 years in the pantry
  • Flour (all-purpose/almond) – 6-12 months in the pantry

Canned and Dry Goods

  • Beans (canned) – 3-5 years in the pantry
  • Soup (canned) – 2-5 years in the pantry
  • Tomato sauce (canned) – 1-2 years in the pantry
  • Honey – Indefinite shelf life
  • Jam/Marmalade – 1 year opened in the fridge
  • Oil (olive/vegetable) – 6-12 months in the pantry
  • Vinegar – Indefinite shelf life

Beverages

  • Soda – 6-9 months unopened
  • Juice (fresh) – 5-7 days in the fridge
  • Coffee (ground) – 3-5 months in the pantry
  • Tea (loose leaf/bags) – 1-2 years in the pantry