KitchenAid Classic Mezzaluna with Stainless Steel Blade and Protective Sheath, Red

Having purchased pre-packaged chopped salads for many months, I soon realized that we often missed the "Use by" date resulting in salads that were less than optimal and often were thrown out since they were forgotten. Using this mezzaluna makes creating our own fresh salads easy and delicious. I love the fact that it is dishwasher safe and includes the protective sheath.Since chopping salads can get messy, and the blade is so sharp that it is not appropriate for my cutting boards, I use a large stainless steel mixing bowl to prep my salads. The bowl helps to keep the ingredients in a "controlled environment" rather than all over the kitchen counter, too. I simply throw in a variety of salad components such as spinach, kale, carrots, broccoli, cauliflower, cilantro,cabbage, etc. then chop away. There is no need to cut them into smaller pieces since the blade will do the job.Once the chopping is completed, I add sunflower kernels and seasoned sesame sticks purchased in bulk along with some olive oil and a little kosher salt. For ideas, you can always look at the ingredient lists on the pre-packaged chopped salad bags or there are many suggestions on the web.To ensure that my salad ingredients are always fresh, I have also purchased two sets of Rubbermaid produce savers Even the cilantro which normally survives only about 2-3 days has a much longer life of freshness when placed in one of the small containers. These containers also make choosing my salad components easy as I can just pull out all of the containers, take what I need, then return them to the refrigerator knowing that the ingredients will be fresh and ready to use the next time.For anyone who wants fresh salads that are healthy, delicious, and vibrant, I would highly recommend the combination of this mezzaluna and the Rubbermaid produce savers!

I love chopped salads. But the prices for them are just crazy. A certain shop that sells subs nationally charges extra to put the ingredients in a bowl and chop it, and I don't even get the bread!I have tried several nice chopper in the past, with the two blades, but find them a pain to clean, even if I rinse them right away little bits of chopped greenery stays in between the blades.The KitchenAid Mezzaluna is super sharp, in fact, I used my cutting glove to hold onto the bowl just in case I slipped. However, the grip is super comfortable and fits my hand very well. I did a lot of chopping and the curved ergonomic handle keeps me from having hand fatigue or even feel as if I'm squeezing it super tight.The sheath fits well and makes for easy and safe storage.at the time I purchases this there was a large price discrepancy between colors. I am happy with black, and saving money, but it always is a good idea to check.remember to use a bowl for chopped salads or stainless steel as this will go through plastic and scratch glasshappy chopping!

This thing is sharp!!!!!!! So, if you get it, be careful... !!!! I got it as sort of a kitchen toy!!! First I got the bowl shaped cutting board, then had to buy the knife to match it.. I did not need the board, but, to use it, I had to get a curved knife. I read reviews, etc, and chose this one!!! GOOD CHOICE!! This thing seems to be well made, and is super sharp!!!! As for how long it will last, I have no idea!!! May have to buy a new cutting board before I get a new knife. This thing is so mean that it cuts right into the board. Most knifes do not cut into the wood, but because the cutting force on this one is concentrated right over the blade, it digs in... I think I am not using it exactly as it was designed to be used. I have just been playing with it. I try to cut things for which a regular knife is better suited.. So, if you get one to play with, you will have to learn what it is good for, and not!! It is a specialty item for sure. It has not worked well for things like carrots, celery, etc. Will have to update when I know what all it is good for!

I love this thing! It is sharp and it does the job! It has a little weight to it (not much) so that you know it is solid. It has a single blade so you don't have to worry about food getting stuck between two blades. The grip is not uncomfortable and it fits my small hand fine. I am using it with a glass bowl.So far I have made salads with spinach, lettuce, green pepper, cucumber, carrots, red cabbage, onion and slaw mix. Put the spinach on top. It chops better that way. I put tomatoes, chopped chicken and peas on it after I chopped it, but could have put the tomatoes and chicken in to chop. I find I need a lot LESS salad dressing when the salad is chopped. I don't have to dig around in my salad anymore looking for pieces of each thing to eat together. The chopping does it for me!I will be eating a lot more salads now!

We have had this for years and works great! Only con is that its difficult to sharpen. Cover fits well and is dishwasher safe.

I've tried a few of these knives on Amazon. This one is by far higher quality than any other brand. The handle is extremely comfortable and easy to clean. The blade has the heft of a high quality knife.In terms of sharpness nothing comes close to it, it will slice a sheet of tissue just by roll it over it with nothing more than the weight of your hand. I have other large/small, single blade/double blade Mezzaluna knives, none of thencould cut tissue paper or even printer paper with any amount of force.Just be aware of what you are getting, these 5" Mezzaluna have very limited use. They are less effective than a normal knife on a normal cutting board, it's meant to be used in something about the size/shape of a standard bowl.

Lo compre por curiosidad. Es práctico, la verdad no es muy ergonómico pues en algún momento pensarás en mejor usar un cuchillo, pero para las hierbas o cosas asi funciona muy bien o cuando quieres algo muy finamenete picado y sin complicarte tanto. La verdad lo uso pero no tanto, supongo que aun no he podido explotar sus capacidades al máximo. en cuanto a la calidad, pues es una marca muy confiable, con excelente calidad.

Da appassionata kitchenaid ho cercato tutti i vari utensili e sono arrivata anche a lei.Pro:- lama tagliente fantastica- chiusura di sicurezza utilissima per conservarla- design strepitoso tipico del brandContro:- impugnatura troppo piccola anche per chi come me ha la mano piccolina.Col senno di poi non so se la comprerei di nuovo

I bought this to make chopped salads a la NYC chopped salads and it works brilliantly! It's sharp and comfy to use. I also bought one for my mother-in-law. Totally recommend this product.

Super produit, coupe très bien... un peu trop même (attention aux doigts )

Have a hand injury and can’t bend wrist this chopper has been a life safer I can chop everything and no strain on wrist great product