Food storage containers for leftovers, lunches and meal prep

Keep ingredients, leftovers and prepared meals organised with food storage containers suited to your everyday routine. From glass containers for food to lightweight plastic containers for food, different sizes and shapes can help with meal prep, packed lunches, leftovers and pantry ingredients. Choose a container based on what you regularly store, then check the individual product information for capacity, lid design and fridge, freezer, microwave or dishwasher suitability.

Choose containers for meals, snacks and leftovers

Match your food containers to the portions you usually prepare. Smaller containers can be handy for snacks, chopped ingredients and individual serves, while larger containers provide more space for leftovers and family meals. Sets containing several container sizes can give you flexibility across different food storage needs.

If keeping contents securely contained is important, compare airtight food storage containers and check the individual product information for details about lids and seals. For meal prep, consider whether each container will fit comfortably inside your fridge, freezer, lunch bag or kitchen cupboard.

Compare glass and plastic containers for food

Glass containers for food can be useful for leftovers, meal preparation and other suitable kitchen storage, while plastic containers for food offer lightweight options in a wide range of shapes and capacities. When comparing glass and plastic food storage containers, think about where the container will be used as well as its size, capacity and weight.

Appliance suitability can vary between the container, lid and seal. Always check the individual instructions before microwaving, freezing or placing any component in the dishwasher.

Organise your fridge, freezer and pantry

Stackable and modular containers can help make better use of fridge and cupboard space when their dimensions suit your shelves. Keep frequently used ingredients within easy reach and label prepared meals or leftovers where useful. Explore fridge storage for more ways to organise chilled food and ingredients.

When choosing freezer containers, make sure the individual product is specifically suitable for freezer use and follow the supplied freezing and thawing guidance. For dry ingredients and cupboard organisation, browse pantry storage.

Food Storage Container FAQs

Should I choose glass or plastic food storage containers?

Think about how and where you plan to use the container. Compare capacity, weight, lid design, storage space and appliance suitability, then follow the instructions supplied with the individual glass or plastic container.

Can food storage containers go in the freezer?

Only use containers in the freezer when the individual product information states that they are freezer suitable. Check the guidance for the container, lid and seal before freezing food.

Can I microwave food storage containers?

Microwave suitability varies between products and components. Check the individual instructions before reheating food and follow any directions about removing, loosening or venting the lid.

How should I organise food storage containers?

Stack compatible containers where suitable and keep lids together in a dedicated cupboard or drawer. Matching similar shapes and nesting containers where the product design permits can make your food storage collection easier to organise.