Tofu has a surprisingly long shelf life, which means you've got plenty of time to find a way to plate it.
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Food Where to Store How Long They Keep Fresh Tempeh Original container Keeps fresh in the fridge for 10 days Tofu Original container Keeps fresh in the fridge for 7 days Textured Vegetable Protein (TVP) An airtight container in the refrigerator once rehydrated Keeps fresh in the fridge for 7 days Spirulina algae Original container Keeps fresh in the fridge for 2 years Eggs Original container Raw in-shell, 3 to 5 weeks; hard-boiled, 7 days Yogurt Original container in the fridge’s dairy compartment 1 month Legumes An airtight container in the refrigerator Keeps fresh in the fridge for 7 days Nuts and Seeds An airtight container in the refrigerator 6 months
If you’re unsure about whether a food has gone rancid and is safe to eat, just toss it! You’re better off throwing it in the trash than getting an upset stomach.
Give tempeh a try by cutting it into thin strips and baking it for 15 to 20 minutes.
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Keeps fresh in the fridge for 10 days.
Tofu makes a great addition to stir-fries and can take on your sauces and spices' flavors impeccably.
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Keeps fresh in the fridge for 7 days.
TVP might look odd, but the soy product is brimming with nutrients and is easy to prep.
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Keeps fresh in the fridge for 7 days when rehydrated.
Spirulina powder adds a beautiful hue to smoothies and is an easy way to get more plant protein.
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Keeps fresh in the fridge for 2 years.
Hard-boil a batch of eggs on Sunday to have on hand for easy snacking all week.
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Raw in-shell, 3 to 5 weeks; hard-boiled, 7 days.
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Opt for plain yogurt and dress it up with fresh fruit and nuts.
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Keeps fresh in the fridge for 1 month.
Throw all those cans of beans into a homemade, fiber-packed chili.
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Keep fresh in the fridge for 7 days.
DIY trail mix by combining walnuts, almonds and pistachios with dark chocolate chips.
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Keep fresh in the fridge for 6 months.
