The fridge jar that keeps cilantro and parsley alive for weeks, not days
“Proven-seller pick with thousands of reviews, and it fixes the specific waste problem of buying a bunch of herbs for one recipe and binning the rest on Friday.”
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The ProKeeper herb keeper is a tall BPA-free container that stores fresh herbs upright in a shallow reservoir of water, the way a florist stores cut flowers. The stems sit in water while the leaves stay dry above it, which is what stops the usual fridge slime. A removable silicone drain plug lets you change the water without disassembling anything or dumping the herbs out. It holds one to two standard grocery-store bunches and fits on a normal fridge shelf or in the door. Best fit: anyone who buys cilantro, parsley, basil, or asparagus and throws half of it out, meal preppers, and cooks who want herbs visible instead of wilting in a crisper drawer.
Pros
- Stems sit in water while leaves stay dry, which is what actually prevents the slime
- Silicone drain plug means you change the water without unloading the herbs
- Tall clear body keeps herbs visible so you remember to use them
- Also works for asparagus and scallions, not just soft herbs
Cons
- It is tall, so it needs a full-height fridge shelf or a door bin that clears it
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Frequently asked questions
How much water do I put in it?
Just enough to cover the cut stem ends, roughly to the fill line. The leaves should never sit in water or they will rot faster, not slower.
How often do I change the water?
Every few days is the usual rhythm. The drain plug is there so it takes about ten seconds and you do not have to pull the herbs out.
Which herbs does it work best for?
Soft-stem herbs do best: cilantro, parsley, basil, dill, mint. It also works well for asparagus and scallions. Hard herbs like rosemary and thyme keep better wrapped than stood in water.
Will it fit in a refrigerator door?
It fits many door bins, but it is tall, so measure your bin height first. A standard interior shelf is the safer spot.
Is it dishwasher safe?
Yes, it is BPA-free plastic and top-rack dishwasher safe. Pull the silicone plug out before washing so both parts dry fully.
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