Best Reusable Food Storage Containers
Disposable containers and plastic bags leak into your food and your bin. A good set of reusable containers fixes both for years.
The best set depends on what you store most, but glass and stainless steel cover nearly everything a busy kitchen needs.
Materials compared
- Glass: microwave-safe, stain-proof, heavier
- Stainless steel: light, unbreakable, great for lunches
- Silicone: collapsible, flexible, great for freezing
- Bamboo and glass combos for dry goods
What to look for
- Airtight lids that do not warp
- Stackable shapes that save cupboard space
- Freezer and oven safe where possible
- Replaceable lids available
Start with a small set that nests neatly, and add pieces only when you actually run short.
Building your set
You do not need a matched set of forty containers, a dozen well-chosen pieces covers almost every kitchen task.
- Start with three sizes you use most
- Add specialty pieces only as needed
- Replace worn lids rather than whole containers
A thoughtful set of containers keeps food fresher, lunch simpler, and your bin a whole lot emptier.