The 8 Best Onion Storage Containers for Organizing Your Kitchen

2022-06-18 19:37:16 By :

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These farmhouse-like stackable wire baskets deliver on the most important element of storing onions—ventilation. The metallic black wire is durable enough to withstand several pounds of onions at a time while keeping them sprout-free for weeks without worry. Amazon reviewers love that the onion storage container comes with a chalkboard labeling system for optimal produce organization.

“I loved these so much that I ordered a second set,” writes one verified Amazon purchaser. “I’m using one to store potatoes and onions in a cool under-the-cabinet spot and the others will serve as a farmhouse-style towel rack for my organized bathrooms.”

These vintage-like, cream onion canisters make a timeless addition to any kitchen aesthetic. They’re made of durable, powder-coated sheet steel, providing a dark, temperature-controlled environment that’s ideal for storing onions, potatoes and garlic. This set of three canisters acts as an onion, potato and garlic keeper all in one, offering plenty of space to stash produce in style. Until it’s time to make a crock of French onion soup, of course!

Don’t be fooled by the old-fashioned look of these sprout-free vegetable storage bags. They feature a moisture-absorbing lining that keeps spoilage at bay while keeping light out and preserving root veggies so they’re always ready to make a mouth-watering onion tart. You can store up to 10 pounds of onions per bag. Their functionality and affordable price make these onion storage containers an Amazon hit with over 3,300 ratings and a 4.4-star average rating.

“The bags are lined with blackout cloth so your potatoes and onions don’t spoil with light,” writes one reviewer who gives the bags five stars. “A small zipper on the side makes it easy to use up first in, first out produce. Very well-made and worth the cost. I love these!”

If there’s one onion storage container you’ll be proud to display on your kitchen island cart, it’s this gorgeous Pioneer Woman onion keeper. The sturdy stoneware is accented by floral designs, and three evenly-distributed ventilation holes keep onions (and garlic) fresh for long periods of time. Walmart reviewers love the design of this decorative onion storage container that compliments The Pioneer Woman potato storage container.

“It’s a beautiful high-quality ceramic typical of the Pioneer Woman line,” shares Beth, a five-star reviewer. “She has beautiful classic designs that remind me of a country kitchen with timeless style that hearkens back to an era of simplicity.”

If you’re storing onions in a walk-in pantry, basement or cellar, this three-tier market stand is for you. At just under 50 inches high, it conveniently stands on its own in an empty corner or side wall. Plus, it makes a decorative kitchen addition and storage solution for other foods you’re spoiling in the refrigerator like tomatoes, avocados and apples.

Mary, a verified Amazon purchaser shares, “It looks exactly like the picture and is easy to put together. I wanted to clear off my counters and this item helped. It’s unbelievable how much you can store in the baskets. So many people that have seen this wanted to know where I got it.”

If you’re short on space, try this jute hanging onion basket. It maximizes vertical space while adding a pop of modern farmhouse flair to any kitchen or pantry. The eco-friendly jute basket hangs comfortably from hooks and is such an adorable, space-saving organization and storage idea you’ll want to pick up a few more to store fruit and veggies. We recommend the large size for sturdy onion storage.

One Etsy reviewer shares, “They’re great quality and very sturdy. I ordered a large and it fits five tangerines, one apple and one orange.”

Declutter your produce collection in style with this two-tier bamboo basket. It offers ventilation from three different angles and enough capacity to store up to seven pounds of fruit, veggies, onions and potatoes on the kitchen counter or pantry shelf. You’ll feel like you’re shopping at a farmers market every time you go to grab produce.

“I purchased this to store my onions and potatoes,” writes verified Amazon purchaser, Cathy. “It looks like furniture for your fruits and veggies. It was very simple to put together even with my arthritic hands and only took a few minutes. All screws and tools came nicely packaged and ready to use.”

For times when you need to store partially used produce, this onion saver has your back. This unique kitchen gadget doubles as a product that reduces food waste by locking in freshness and keeping onion odor from spreading through the entire fridge. No more wrapping half-used onions in plastic wrap, this onion storage container is the perfect little home for partially used produce.

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