How long do pomegranates last?

A whole pomegranate keeps 2 to 5 days at room temperature and 1 to 3 months in the fridge from purchase. Once you've removed the seeds (arils), keep them in a sealed container in the fridge and eat them within a few days, or freeze them for 10 to 12 months.

Food	Fridge	Freezer	Pantry
Pomegranate	1–3 monthsfrom purchase	10–12 months	2–5 daysfrom purchase

Fridge at 4 °C (40 °F) or colder, freezer at −18 °C (0 °F). Freezer times are for best quality: food kept frozen stays safe, but slowly loses taste and texture. These times are USDA guidance, not a guarantee. When in doubt, throw it out.

How to tell if a pomegranate has gone bad

Soft, sunken or mushy spots on the skin, or mold.
A sour, fermented smell when you cut it.
Brown, mushy or off-tasting seeds. A slightly dry, leathery skin is normal for an older fruit.

How to store pomegranates

Keep a whole pomegranate in the fridge's crisper drawer to make it last weeks.
To remove the seeds without a mess, cut it in half and tap the back with a wooden spoon over a bowl, or break it apart under water.
Keep seeds in a sealed container lined with a paper towel in the fridge.

Can you freeze pomegranate seeds?

Yes, for 10 to 12 months. Spread the seeds on a tray, freeze them, then bag them. They stay separate and can be used straight from frozen in smoothies, salads, yogurt or drinks; they soften slightly.

Questions

Should pomegranates be refrigerated?

Yes, for more than a few days: 1 to 3 months in the fridge against 2 to 5 days at room temperature.

How long do pomegranate seeds last?

A few days in a sealed container in the fridge, or 10 to 12 months frozen.

How do you pick a good pomegranate?

Choose one that's heavy for its size with firm, unbroken skin. Flat, slightly angular sides often mean plump seeds.

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