Spotting Spoilage

Unfortunately, there is a point of no return for vegetables but exactly when there is can be hard to tell. Here's how to know:

General Tips

  • slimy to the touch
  • heavily wrinkled
  • paler than its ripe color (yellow if previously green)
  • moldy
  • foul smell

If you spot any of these common signs, your food is no longer safe (or tasty) to eat.

Specific Vegetables