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How long do fresh herbs last in the fridge?
Fresh herbs keep 7–10 days in the fridge — chop the leftovers into an ice tray with oil and you’ve bought yourself 1–2 months.
Fridge, from purchase
How long does it keep?
| Fridge, from purchase | 7–10 days |
|---|---|
| Freezer, from purchase | 1–2 months |
Can it sit out?
Fresh herbs is shelf-stable, so sitting out at room temperature isn’t the safety question — storage time is.
How to tell if fresh herbs has gone bad
- Leaves blackening and going translucent
- A slimy, matted core inside the bunch
- Stems turned brown and soft where they were cut
- A musty smell in place of the herb’s own
When in doubt, throw it out.
Hardy herbs — rosemary, thyme, sage — want a damp towel and a bag; soft ones want their stems in water.
Quick answers
How long do fresh herbs last in the fridge?
Fresh herbs keep 7–10 days in the fridge — chop the leftovers into an ice tray with oil and you’ve bought yourself 1–2 months.
Can you freeze fresh herbs?
USDA’s freezer window for fresh herbs is 1–2 months.
How long can fresh herbs sit out?
Sitting out at room temperature isn’t the safety question for fresh herbs — storage time is.