How Long Do Artichokes Last in the Fridge?

Artichokes are in season from March - May. That is when you will be able to find them at peak freshness and also the lowest prices. Choosing seasonal produce is a great way to save money on groceries.

You might not buy artichokes because you aren't sure how to cook them, but I have a foolproof way to cook them at the bottom of this blog and it's easier than you might think!

How to Store an Artichoke

I have found the best way to store them is as a whole artichoke. I remove the outer leaves, trim the calloused end, and make a fresh cut on the stem. Then I place the fresh artichokes stem down in a glass jar of cold filtered water. I use my Boroux water filtration system to ensure we always have fresh, filtered water in our home.

The jar with the artichoke should be kept in the refrigerator. Every week I will trim the end of the stem and put in fresh water if I still haven't used it. The open jar allows the artichoke to get air and last for about three weeks. I do not cover the artichoke with any plastic.

I store one per jar whether they are small or large artichokes. Having them in the jars and in the line of sight when I open the fridge is an easy way to make sure they get eaten and don’t go to waste.

Close up of a whole artichoke in a glass mason jar filled with filtered water.

Zero Waste Produce Guide

If you want more tips on how to keep produce fresh, check out my Zero Waste Produce Guide. There are instructions for washing and storing 75 fruits, vegetables, and herbs so that they stay fresh for weeks. It will help you to reduce your food waste and save money on groceries. The Zero Waste Produce Guide is available in The Cross Legacy Shop and on Amazon.

How to Cook Artichokes in the Instant Pot:

Dry any water off of the whole artichoke with a paper towel
Cut off the top, inedible part, of the raw artichoke
Use kitchen shears to cut the artichoke’s leaf tips
Use a knife to make one more cut on the artichoke stem so that it is a fresh cut
Cut a lemon in half and rub a small amount of lemon juice where you cut the artichoke (stem and top)
Add 2 cups of water to the bottom of your Instant Pot
Place the wire rack in the bottom of the Instant Pot
Place artichoke(s) on the wire rack in the Instant Pot and squeeze in the remaining lemon juice
Add cover to the Instant Pot and turn the venting knob to the “Sealing” position
Cook for 12 minutes

After cooking, you can eat them with melted butter and garlic or any other seasoning you enjoy. It is also delicious with garlic aioli. There are a variety of ways to enjoy their great flavor.