Do not wash the kale until you're ready to eat it! If the kale is store bought and wet when you bring it home, pat it dry with a towel.
How to Store Whole Kale Bunch
Wrap the kale in aluminum foil, covering it completely.
Place kale in the refrigerator in the crisper drawer. Whenever you need some, grab a few leaves and then cover again to keep storing. This method will keep kale fresh for weeks, check periodically and remove any bad leaves.
How to Store Chopped Kale
Plastic Bag Storage: Place chopped kale into a sealable plastic bag, expel any excess air, and firmly seal it shut. Keep it in the refrigerator's crisper drawer. This technique maintains kale freshness for a few days.
Glass or Plastic Containers Storage: Arrange the chopped kale inside the container, gently pressing it down to eliminate any trapped air, and then seal the container tightly. This approach is effective at maintaining kale freshness for up to a week.