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Onions shelf life
Onions keeps at room temperature in the fridge, 1-2 months in the pantry. Spoilage signs and the safe-handling notes, from the USDA Cold Food Storage Chart.
Storage at a glance
| Where | How long |
|---|---|
| Pantry (cool, dry, dark) | 1-2 months |
Signs it has gone off
Soft spots, mould, sprouting, rotten smell.
Safe handling
Dry, dark and airy; not next to potatoes.
Storage times are guidance, not a guarantee. If it looks or smells wrong, do not taste it to check.
Source: USDA Cold Food Storage Chart / FDA-USDA FoodKeeper · checked 2026-09-03
Nutrition beside the shelf life
See Onions nutrition: 40 kcal, 1.1 g protein, 9.3 g carbs and 0.1 g fat per 100 g.
Frequently asked questions
How long does onions last in the fridge?
It is not a fridge food; see the room-temperature guidance on the page.
Can you freeze onions?
Freezing is not recommended for this food — the texture suffers, or it is simply not stored that way.
How do you know when onions has gone off?
Soft spots, mould, sprouting, rotten smell. Trust the signs over any date.
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