However, beyond storing them well, there’s little that can be done to prolong a salad’s life. Ingredients such as mayonnaise and lettuce do not lend themselves well to being frozen. And while dressed salads may become soggy and unappealing even within 24 hours, a coleslaw will keep its crunch for longer. Green leaves will go bad quickest with a window of one to five days. However, be sure to toss any that are slimy, as they may contain bacteria.
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