Summer Prep: 10 Kitchen Gadgets to Tackle Fresh Fruits & Veggies
With summer in full swing, nifty fruit and veggie gadgets are a must. Harvest season has begun, so come prepared! Fresh fruits and veggies liven up any snack or mealtime, and are always an appreciated ingredient in whatever cooking adventure you choose to embark upon. If you’re hoping to add to or begin a handy collection of tools, read on!
Summer truly is strawberry season. For a quick and convenient way to hull strawberries, Tovolo’s Strawberry Huller is a trustworthy option constructed of stainless steel and silicone. Hull and freeze strawberries with ease to make a refreshing smoothie or delicious sorbet. Plus, it’s dishwasher safe!
Tovolo Strawberry Huller
Another classic summer staple is a nice glass of fresh-squeezed lemonade. Make it yourself with OXO’s 2-in-1 Citrus Juicer. This versatile juicer comes with two different-sized reamers, so it’s useful for anything from a small lime to a large orange.
OXO 2-in-1 Citrus Juicer
Check out the quirky and unique Apostrophe Peeler from Alessi for citrus peeling. The sleek, modern design makes this typically messy task a breeze, so give your fingernails a break!
Alessi Apostrophe Citrus Peeler
A bowl of cherries is an excellent addition to your kitchen table. Make snacking quick and easy with OXO’s Good Grips Cherry & Olive Pitter. This dual-functional tool saves from cherry juice-stained hands and is conveniently dishwasher safe.
OXO Good Grips Cherry & Olive Pitter
Prep a fun fruit bowl for hosting with Rösle’s Melon Baller. This tool also has a nifty hole through the center, so fruits and veggies won’t get stuck.
Avocados elevate any dish—salad, sandwiches, breakfast foods, or just on their own. Tovolo’s 3-in-1 Avocado Tool aids in slicing, pitting, and scooping the avocado. With this single tool, save yourself from dirtying multiple utensils to enjoy this tasty treat.
Tovolo 3-in-1 Avocado Tool
A sweet, fresh tomato is a delicious addition to a summer salad. Rösle’s Tomato/Kiwi Peeler is a dual-functional gadget that carefully aids in peeling delicate skins. The Tomato Slicer, also by Rösle, features sharp, thin, stainless steel blades that are excellent for slicing softer fruits. Alternatively, use it to conveniently slice mozzarella cheese. Did someone say caprese?
Rösle Tomato/Kiwi Peeler
Rösle Tomato Slicer
But what’s a caprese without a simple but scrumptious pesto? Lékué’s Herbstick allows herbs and oils to be combined and freezer-stored to keep fresh and for convenient use whenever needed.
Lékué Herbstick
A summer barbeque calls for grilled corn drenched in butter. Prep for clean and simple consumption with OXO’s Good Grips Corn Peeler. Eat the kernals straight from the bowl or toss with a colorful salad—all made more simple with the help of the Good Grips Peeler.
OXO Good Grips Corn Peeler
Summer screams fresh. Take advantage of this season and prepare your favorite fruits and veggies in a convenient, new way, and feel inspired to create a new recipe of your own. For more helpful products and information, shop a vast selection online. Or, stop by our Newton or Belmont locations and speak to an experienced store clerk for personalized product recommendations to beat the summer heat.