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How to Make Vinegar Fruit Wash

 Using a vinegar wash can help extend the shelf life of your fruits by eliminating bacteria that promote spoilage.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course Liquid wash
Cuisine American
Servings 3
Calories 18 kcal

Equipment

  • Spray bottle

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup white distilled vinegar
  • 2 cups chilled water
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice for a fresh tang
  • ½ teaspoon salt for balance

Instructions
 

Step 1: Gather Your Supplies

  • Start by collecting your ingredients. You’ll also need a mixing bowl or pitcher, a whisk or spoon for stirring, and a container for storing your wash.

Step 2: Mix the Ingredients

  • In your mixing bowl or pitcher, combine 1 cup of white distilled vinegar with 2 cups of chilled water. If you’re feeling zesty today, toss in that tablespoon of lemon juice. Sprinkle in the salt too.

Step 3: Stir It Up!

  • Using a whisk or a spoon, stir the mixture well. You want to ensure the vinegar, water, lemon juice, and salt are evenly distributed. This step is crucial; a well-mixed solution is the key to effective cleaning.

Step 4: Transfer to a Storage Container

  • Pour your newly mixed vinegar fruit wash into a clean container. A spray bottle works well for easy use. If you don’t have one, any clean jar or bottle will suffice. Just be sure it can close tightly.

Step 5: Clean Those Fruits!

  • When it’s time to eat, simply soak or spray your fruits with the vinegar wash. Let them sit for about 5-10 minutes before rinsing under cool water. This step ensures that any dirt or pesticides come off easily.

Notes

  • Use fresh ingredients: Old vinegar might not have the same cleaning power.
  • Soak stubborn produce longer: For firmer fruits like apples, a longer soak may help.
  • Batch it up: Make a larger quantity if you're prepping for a gathering. It can last up to a week in the fridge.
  • Combine with baking soda: For a deep clean on particularly dirty fruits, use a teaspoon of baking soda in the wash.
  • Test on different fruits: Some fruits are delicate; always test how they respond to the wash before diving in with a large batch.

Nutrition

Serving: 244gCalories: 18kcalCarbohydrates: 1gSodium: 395mg
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