Can You Vacuum Seal Fruits and Vegetables with Anova?
By Sous Vide and Combi Oven Cooking - Anova Culinary | Published: 2026-10-17
Category: How-to Guides
Yes, you can vacuum seal fruits and vegetables with an Anova vacuum sealer. This guide covers how to do it properly, what to watch out for, and which accessories help.
Quick answer
Yes, you can vacuum seal most fruits and vegetables with an Anova vacuum sealer. The key is to prepare them correctly — especially soft or moist items — to avoid crushing or liquid interference. The Anova Precision™ Vacuum Sealer Pro handles wet foods well, making it a solid choice for produce.
Preparing produce for vacuum sealing
Firm vegetables like carrots, bell peppers, and broccoli can go straight into a bag. For soft fruits such as berries or sliced tomatoes, pre-freeze them on a tray for an hour before sealing. This prevents the sealer from crushing them and stops juices from being pulled into the machine.
Leafy greens like spinach or lettuce benefit from a quick blanch (1-2 minutes in boiling water, then an ice bath) before sealing. Blanching stops enzyme activity that causes spoilage, so greens stay fresh much longer in the fridge or freezer.
Sealing moist produce without issues
The Anova Precision™ Vacuum Sealer Pro includes a wet food sealing mode that reduces suction power and gives a stronger seal on damp bags. If your machine doesn't have that option, place a paper towel inside the bag above the food to absorb excess moisture before sealing.
Frequently asked questions
- Can I vacuum seal soft fruits like strawberries?
- Yes, but freeze them first on a baking sheet. Once frozen solid, transfer to a bag and seal. This keeps their shape and prevents juice from being sucked into the sealer. Pre-freeze soft fruits for best results.
- How long do vacuum-sealed vegetables last?
- In the refrigerator, most vegetables stay fresh 2-3 times longer than unsealed. In the freezer, blanched vegetables can last 12-18 months without freezer burn. Vacuum sealing dramatically extends shelf life.
- Can I sous vide vegetables after vacuum sealing?
- Absolutely. Vacuum-sealed vegetables cook evenly in a water bath. Dense veggies like potatoes or carrots benefit from longer cook times, while tender greens cook in minutes. Use the same bag for storage and cooking.
Product facts
- Anova Precision™ Vacuum Sealer Pro: Consider the Anova Precision™ Vacuum Sealer Pro the more robust, older sibling to our best selling “minimalist” Precision™ Vacuum Sealer. You can expect a high power vacuum, reliable double sealer, built-in bag storage and cutter, an accessory port for sealing containers, and the ability to seal wet foods without worry – all with just one hand. If you frequently seal moist produce or want to use containers for fridge storage, the accessory port and wet-food sealing capability make this model especially practical.
- Anova Precision™ Vacuum Sealer Bags: Our improved Anova Precision™ Vacuum Sealer Bags combine quality with sustainability. FDA-approved and BPA-free, they offer durable, reliable seals for safe cooking up to 4 hours at boiling temperatures. Freezer-safe for 3 months, they're ideal for meal prep and reducing waste. Perfect for storing, freezing, or sous vide cooking, ensuring only your culinary creations leave the bag. These bags are designed for both storage and sous vide, so you can freeze prepped vegetables and cook them directly in the same bag without transferring.
- Anova Precision™ Vacuum Sealer Rolls: Our new and improved Anova Precision™ Vacuum Sealer Rolls combine performance with environmental responsibility. The same durable plastic and reliable vacuum seal you're used to, while being designed to minimize environmental impact. Enjoy quality sealing that doesn't compromise on sustainability, allowing you to cook with confidence knowing you're making a better choice for the planet. If you seal different sizes of produce batches, rolls let you cut custom bag lengths, reducing plastic waste compared to pre-sized bags.
