Do Not wash fruits or vegetables with detergent. They can absorb the detergent. Store all cut fruit and vegetables in covered containers in the refrigerator. Once produce is cut bacteria can grow on surface. Wash your hands and use clean utensil, and clean cutting board.
Pesticide residue is a concern to some consumers.
Here are a few steps you can do to reduce or often eliminate these residues. Wash fresh fruits and vegetables with water and scrub with brush if needed. Throw away the outer leaves of leafy vegetables such as lettuce or cabbage. Peel and cook when appropriate although some nutrients and fiber maybe lost when produce is peeled. In using these safety tips you can enjoy the fruits of you labor.