How to Clean a Vegetable Chopper
Rinse the chopper right after use so food does not dry in the blade grid, then wash the parts, most are dishwasher-safe on the top rack. Use the included cleaning tool or a brush to push food out of the grid, and handle the blades carefully.
Clean it straight away
The biggest tip is speed: rinse the chopper immediately after use, before food dries into the blade grid. Dried-on onion or tomato is far harder to remove later.
Clearing the blade grid
Most choppers include a small cleaning tool or comb that pushes food out of the grid; a soft brush works too. Push from the top so you are not reaching fingers across the blades. Rinse until the grid is clear.
Washing and drying
Most parts are dishwasher-safe on the top rack, though hand-washing the blade grid is gentler and keeps it sharp. Dry everything, especially metal blades, to prevent rust, and store with the blades covered or separated for safety.
Frequently asked questions
Are vegetable choppers dishwasher safe?
Most parts are, usually on the top rack. Hand-washing the blade grid is gentler and keeps it sharp, but the container and lid go in the dishwasher fine.
How do I get food out of the blade grid?
Use the included cleaning tool or a brush to push food out from the top, then rinse. Cleaning straight after use, before food dries, makes it far easier.