OXO Good Grips Handheld Spiralizer

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Cleaning the Fullstar Vegetable Slicer Spiralizer is a breeze. Its compact design and detachable parts make it easy to rinse and clean after use. This is a great time-saver, especially when you’re in a hurry or have limited space in the kitchen. You’d probably be able to buy a box full of spiralizers for the cost of your bread machine, right? A spiralizer is one of the most affordable kitchen items, so much so that it should be a non-negotiable item in every household.

Don't know your cubing disc from your Blendermix attachment? Read Food processor attachments explained. Large feeding tube Storage: Does the spiralizer have storage for all the blades? Is the spiralizer itself compact and easy to store?

Best countertop spiralizers

This Paderno World Cuisine 4-Blade Folding Vegetable Slicer has all the benefits of a countertop spiralizer with the advantage of folding up for easy and convenient storage. So if you think you can't fit any more gadgets in the kitchen, you'll want to reconsider. "It's no bigger than a toaster, and it's durable," says Vocino. Plus, its suction base secures easily to the countertop, so you don't have to worry about it sliding around while you're turning the crank. Cookbook author Donna Currie is also a product tester and writer for The Spruce Eats. She loves the cost-effectiveness and DIY nature of making her own veggie noodles. Having reviewed nearly half the tools in this roundup, she appreciates a spiralizer that is easy and comfortable to use—and gives bonus points if it's also fun. Whether you want to replace carbs with veggies or are looking for creative ways to incorporate more vegetables into your everyday cooking, having a spiralizer will make the process simple and fun. Countertop spiralizers, also referred to as tabletop spiralizers, come with either rotating side hand cranks or vertical hand cranks. Countertop models typically offer the best value for money, make the best noodles, offer the most functionality and are the easiest to use — the trade-off is that they're bulky and can be difficult to clean and store. As well as chopping, slicing and grating, most can also whisk, whip, mix and knead. This is ideal if you also like to bake but don't have space or budget for a separate stand mixer. Some also come with a blender attachment for making soups and smoothies.

Food processors range massively in size and weight. Make sure you have enough kitchen counter space for the appliance you choose – think about the height of any cabinets above where you’ll put the food processor that may obstruct the feeding tubes or lids. If it's going to live in your cupboard, can you lift it in and out easily? Some are pretty hefty, weighing as much as 11kg. How much should I spend on a food processor? One aspect to consider is the cleaning process. The blades can be a bit challenging to clean, especially if they get stained by vegetable juices. However, I found that adding a little peanut oil can help facilitate the cleaning and remove any stubborn residue.Some food processors come with a lid that has a wider feed tube so you can process larger items, such as potatoes or cucumbers, without having to chop them up first. Dishwasher-safe attachments and accessories Simply replacing your wheat-based pasta with vegetable noodles is a delicious and nutritious alternative, perfect for those who are celiac or gluten-free — not to mention it’s also low in calories and carbs if you’re looking at shifting some weight. (If the latter is you, just make sure you’re still enjoying a balanced diet — carbs included). What is the best type of spiralizer?