Over the past few months, we’ve seen nationwide food recalls, research suggesting flame retardants are lurking in our black plastic kitchen utensils and evidence of microplastics leaching into our bodies through tea bags. With so much uncertainty out there, we’re taking our health into our own hands by ditching plastic cutting boards for wood, replacing Teflon-coated nonstick cookware with ceramic and swapping out toxic food storage containers for glass, stainless steel and silicone.
Luckily, Target has everything we need to make the latter a reality. Hidden among its overflowing digital aisles, we found food storage containers from top brands like Pyrex, Rubbermaid, Stasher and Thermos. But the best part? Prices start at just $9.
Best Overall Food Storage Containers at Target
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Best Glass Food Storage Containers at Target
A glass food storage container is ideal for saving everything from hot liquids to large salads. Unlike plastic, glass doesn’t stain, warp or absorb odors, and it’s typically safe for use in the dishwasher and microwave. The only potential downside to the material is that it’s more breakable than your average plastic or stainless steel container. But provided you don’t knock them off your kitchen counter, these shopper-loved glass containers will last for a long time in your home.
Rubbermaid Brilliance Glass Food Storage Containers, Set of 3
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We’re big fans of Rubbermaid’s Brilliance line, dubbing the brand’s plastic containers “an overall favorite” after rounds of testing. Now that we can score the same popular model in glass, there’s nothing stopping us from stocking up on one (or two) sets at Target. And we’re not alone. Thousands of shoppers agree, loving that these containers are oven-safe up to 450°F and available as a set of three.
Pyrex Freshlock 4-Cup Round Food Storage Container
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Pyrex balances quality with value in all of its products, and this food storage container is no exception. With a leakproof lid, dishwasher-safe design and 4-cup capacity, we can see ourselves using this bowl daily to store leftovers or snacks for work.
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Best Stainless Steel Food Storage Containers at Target
If your priority is keeping food hot or cold for hours at a time, buy stainless steel containers. Brands like Thermos and S’well have mastered the art of turning their famous insulated water bottles into durable jars and canisters that are perfect for quick work lunches and long camping trips alike. Some models are even on sale for a limited time at Target.
Thermos Icon 24-Ounce Stainless Steel Food Storage Jar with Spoon
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If you’re taking lunch on the go, Thermos’ 24-ounce jar is the ideal container. Not only is it insulated to keep food at its ideal temperature for hours, but it’s also dishwasher-safe for easy cleaning and has a foldable spoon hidden in its lid. It seems Thermos thought of everything.
S’well 64-Ounce Salad Bowl Kit
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Office lunches will never be the same once you snag S’well’s clever salad bowl kit. Nested within the bowl is a condiment container for salad dressing and a removable tray for foods that go soggy easily, like croutons or granola. With this on hand, you can have fresh, crisp salads wherever, whenever.
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Best Alternative Food Storage Containers at Target
The past few years have seen an influx of alternative food storage containers flooding the market. Rather than plastic, glass or stainless steel, you can now buy reusable silicone bags from Stasher and Ziploc, freezer trays from Souper Cubes and beeswax food wrap from Bee’s Wrap. Microplastic-free and easy to store, these containers are bound to become your new favorite kitchen items.
Stasher Silicone Reusable Food Storage Bags, Set of 4
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Stasher’s reusable silicone bags earned a stamp of approval from thousands of Target shoppers and EatingWell’s senior editor, Brierly Horton. Positive reviews consistently highlight the slim profile of the leakproof bags, in addition to their compatibility with freezers, microwaves and dishwashers. Score this 4-pack on sale now.
Bee’s Wrap Reusable Beeswax Food Wraps
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Instead of wrapping food in a layer of plastic, try Bee’s Wrap’s popular food wraps. Unlike the former, they’re reusable for up to a year when rinsed with cool water and soap before air drying. When they lose their tackiness, toss them in the compost before buying a new set.
Clearly, Target has a great selection of food storage containers, but it doesn’t stop there. Head to the retailer’s main page to shop stainless steel cookware sets, air fryers and more.
