35 Foods That Should Never Be Placed in the Refrigerator

25. Cucumber

The skin of a cucumber can become damaged when it is exposed to too much cold. The University of Minnesota suggests storing cucumbers in a cool spot in the kitchen, but not the refrigerator. Ideally, cucumbers should be stored at around 55 degrees (12 ℃), cooler than room temperature but definitely warmer than the refrigerator. They’ll stay good for about a week.