Zucchini (fresh, whole) keeps about 1 week in the fridge at 40°F (4°C) or below, counting from the day you bought it. Frozen, it keeps about 10 months.
| Situation | Keeps for |
|---|---|
| Unopened · fridge | 1 week |
| Freezer | 10 months |
About 1 week at 40°F (4°C) or below, according to USDA FoodKeeper v128. That window runs from the day you bought it — FoodKeeper publishes no separate after-opening figure for this one.
Yes — keep Zucchini (fresh, whole) at 40°F (4°C) or below. Refrigerate at 40°F (4°C) or below.
Look for: Sliminess or a wet film; Mould or dark mushy spots; Limp, shrivelled, or yellowing leaves; An off or sour smell. Never taste something to test it — when in doubt, throw it out.
Yes — USDA FoodKeeper v128 gives about 10 months in the freezer at 0°F (−18°C). Frozen food stays safe indefinitely; that window is about quality, not safety.