Pampered Chef Food Chopper

This chopper is designed for firm produce like onions, bell peppers, carrots, and celery. It also works well for nuts and hard-boiled eggs, but it is not intended for soft fruits or meats.

The unit is top-rack dishwasher safe, which is the easiest way to clean it. If you prefer hand washing, be careful around the stainless steel blades and use a brush to reach any food particles trapped in the housing.

Not at all. The manual plunger design uses a spring-loaded mechanism that does most of the work for you. You simply press down on the top to activate the rotating blades.

Yes, this model features a robust, high-quality plastic construction based on the original Swiss-made Zyliss design. It is built to withstand frequent, everyday chopping tasks without cracking or warping.

Absolutely. Because it is manually operated, you control the consistency by how many times you press the plunger. A few quick presses will give you a coarse chop, while continuing to press will result in a finer dice.