Produce
How long does rhubarb last in the fridge?
Rhubarb keeps 3–7 days in the fridge — wrap the stalks loosely and cook them before they go rubbery in the hand.
How long does it keep?
| Fridge, from purchase | 3–7 days |
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Can it sit out?
Rhubarb is perishable — the FSIS 2-hour rule applies.
Perishable food left at room temperature for more than 2 hours should be thrown out — 1 hour if it’s 90°F or hotter (a picnic, a hot car, a summer kitchen).
How to tell if rhubarb has gone bad
- Stalks that bend limply instead of snapping
- Cut ends gone brown and dried out
- Slippery patches along the stalk
- Split, stringy stalks weeping liquid
When in doubt, throw it out.
Rhubarb leaves aren’t edible — trim them off at the store or as soon as you get home and keep only the stalks.
Quick answers
How long does rhubarb last in the fridge?
Rhubarb keeps 3–7 days in the fridge — wrap the stalks loosely and cook them before they go rubbery in the hand.
How long can rhubarb sit out?
The FSIS 2-hour rule applies to rhubarb. Perishable food left at room temperature for more than 2 hours should be thrown out — 1 hour if it’s 90°F or hotter (a picnic, a hot car, a summer kitchen).