How to Remove Pesticides From Grapes

Pesticide is a common concern when you eat produce that isn't grown organically. While washing the fruit may work on large pieces, grapes present a challenge because of their many small pieces and crevices. To remove pesticide from grapes, begin by washing them in water, then submerge them in a vinegar-and-water mixture.

Running water
Vinegar
Pot or bowl
Colander
Measuring spoons

Instructions

- 1
  Remove the grapes from their stems, place them in a colander, and rinse them in running water for 30 seconds or more. Bounce and shake the grapes around in the colander to ensure water reaches each one.
- 2
  While rinsing the grapes in running water, rub them gently with your hands to further remove pesticide. A 1997 study by the Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station showed that rubbing the fruit helps remove more pesticide.
- 3
  Remove any stems or debris that have come off the grapes, and place the grapes into a pot or bowl.
- 4
  Add 1 teaspoon of vinegar for every liter of water in the pot or bowl. Leave the grapes in the mixture for 10 minutes.
- 5
  Drain and rinse the grapes.

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