Keep unwashed bell peppers in the refrigerator crisper drawer
Store them in a perforated plastic bag or loosely wrapped paper towel inside a bag
Keep them dry until ready to use
Avoid storing them near ethylene-producing fruits like apples and bananas
Use whole peppers within 1 to 2 weeks for best quality
Store cut peppers in an airtight container in the refrigerator
Use cut peppers within 3 to 5 days
Freeze sliced or chopped peppers in a freezer-safe bag for longer storage
Blanch peppers before freezing if you want better texture
Remove stems, seeds, and membranes before freezing or storing cut peppers
Check regularly and discard any peppers that become soft, moldy, or slimy