All Storage GuidesSTORAGE // FS-035
produceSTATE: RAWUSDA VERIFIED
How Long Does Cut Avocado Last?
Best stored in: Tightly wrapped in plastic wrap, or airtight container with lemon juice
Refrigerator
1–3 days
32°F–40°F (0°C–4°C)
Leave the pit in the unused half and wrap tightly.
Freezer
3–6 months
0°F (−18°C)
Mash with lemon juice before freezing for best results.
Best Storage Method
Brush the exposed flesh with lemon juice, press plastic wrap directly against the surface, and refrigerate.
Container: Tightly wrapped in plastic wrap, or airtight container with lemon juice
Signs It's Gone Bad
- ×Dark brown or black flesh throughout
- ×Mushy or slimy texture
- ×Sour or off smell
- ×Mold on skin or surface
Minor surface browning is oxidation and safe to eat — scrape it off. Discard if the entire interior is brown and mushy.
Source & Verification
USDA FoodSafety.gov Cold Food Storage Chart
Pro Tip: Store a cut avocado face-down in a container with a thin layer of water on the bottom — it blocks air and stays green for days.