How do you know if Spinach (raw) has gone bad?

Spinach (raw) has likely gone bad if you notice yellowing, dark slimy patches; sour or rotten smell; wilted, slimy, or mushy leaves. When in doubt, throw it out.

How long can Spinach (raw) sit out before it goes bad?

Spinach (raw) should not be left out more than 2 hours (1 hour above 90°F / 32°C). Refrigerate promptly.

How Long Does Spinach (Raw) Last?

Q: How long does Spinach (raw) last in the fridge?

Spinach (raw) lasts 5–7 days in the refrigerator. Store spinach unwashed in a container lined with a dry paper towel to absorb moisture, then wash just before eating.

Q: Can you freeze Spinach (raw)?

Yes, Spinach (raw) can be frozen for 8–12 months.

Spinach (Raw) keeps 5–7 days in the refrigerator and 8–12 months in the freezer, according to cited USDA/FDA storage references.

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5–7 days

Safe range

8–12 months

Safe range

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Based on USDA/FSIS guidance:

Cut vegetables are perishable — refrigerate within 2 hours and use within a few days for best quality and safety.

The cited storage data lists 5–7 days refrigerated for this food. Source

Discard any slimy or foul-smelling leaves and wash the rest thoroughly. Pre-washed bagged spinach should still be used by its printed date.

How to tell if it's gone bad

Look:Yellowing, dark slimy patches
Smell:Sour or rotten smell
Texture:Wilted, slimy, or mushy leaves

When in doubt, throw it out. If Spinach (Raw) smells, looks, or feels off — discard it. Food poisoning is not worth the risk.

Can you freeze Spinach (Raw)?

Yes.Spinach (Raw)keeps 8–12 monthsin the freezer when stored in airtight packaging.

For long freezer storage, blanch spinach briefly in boiling water, plunge it into ice water, then squeeze out the moisture and pack it in bags with the air pressed out — blanching halts the enzymes that cause off-flavours and keeps it good for 8–12 months. Raw leaves also freeze fine for smoothies. Use frozen spinach in cooking, as it won't be crisp.

Full freezing guide →

How to store Spinach (Raw)

Keep Spinach (Raw) covered in the refrigerator. Use the refrigerator duration shown above for this food state.
Package Spinach (Raw) tightly for the freezer and label the stored date. Use the freezer duration shown above for this food state.

Storage tips

Store spinach unwashed in a container lined with a dry paper towel to absorb moisture, then wash just before eating.

Is it still good?

Enter when you bought or opened it and where it's stored.

Common questions

How long can Spinach (raw) sit out before it goes bad?: Spinach (raw) should not be left out more than 2 hours (1 hour above 90°F / 32°C). Refrigerate promptly.

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