OXO Steel Salad Spinner

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Drying Test Two: Wash and dry seven-and-a-half ounces of mixed greens to test the salad spinner’s ability to dry a larger amount of lettuce. Weigh the greens (in grams) prior to washing, after washing, and after drying. Time how long each spinner takes to dry the greens. Two sturdy clamps keep the lid in place for storage and while you're pouring water out. The spinning action is initiated by a knob that you turn, which is comfortable to hold and can be turned in either direction — nice for lefties.

This salad spinner holds approximately 5 quarts of lettuce. The internal colander is made of stainless steel, and the outside bowl, which can also double as a serving bowl, is made of plastic. This combination creates an optimum salad spinner that cleans your lettuce with precision every time and also saves you the trouble of finding a serving bowl. Oftentimes salad spinners can double as serving bowls. Much of this comes down to personal preference, but stainless steel bowls are generally considered more attractive for serving, while clear, plastic bowls are more convenient because they allow you to see the greens as they spin. Consider whether or not you want your spinner to double as a stylish serving bowl (that means less dishes!). Pump salad spinners: All you need to do to trigger the spin is continuously push down on a large button.Jennifer Zyman is a Senior Commerce Writer for Food & Wine and a former restaurant critic with a culinary school degree and over 15 years of food writing experience. Her work has appeared in Atlanta Magazine, Bon Appetit, Eater Atlanta, The Kitchn, Local Palate, National Geographic, Simply Recipes, Southern Living, and Thrillist. For this piece, she tested each salad spinner side by side.

Being easy to clean is key for any kitchen gadget to actually get used more than once," says McFall. Fortunately, all of the models we included are straightforward to care for: just wash them with hot, soapy water and let them dry completely between uses. All of these models are also dishwasher safe, but be aware that plastic is prone to warping or discoloration when dried with heat in the dishwasher. "Though the manufacturer may say that a salad spinner is dishwasher safe, hand wash your spinner," says Chandler. "Even the sturdiest of plastic spinners can warp in the dishwasher. I think the reason mine has lasted so long is that I always hand wash it." Oxo is a widely recognized and trusted brand for durable, intuitive, and efficient kitchen tools. This salad spinner is no exception. With this model you can easily prep, wash, and dry a large amount of lettuce, strawberries, bulky root vegetables, canned beans, and so much more. With a 4.95-quart capacity, the basket was able to handle enough food for a family meal when we put it through washing and spinning a large head of romaine lettuce, a pint of blueberries, a quart of strawberries, and a pound of cooked pasta. This spinner uses a pull-type handle to enact spinning, so it requires more attention during use to make sure the spinning is at optimum level. The spinner is dishwasher safe, making cleaning a breeze. This salad spinner is the best salad spinner for effortless preparation, and the convenient brake button allows you to stop the spinning instantly. The bottom bowl can even be used as a serving bowl once the spinning is complete. We also love that it’s easy to clean since it’s dishwasher safe. Whether you’re an at-home chef or running a restaurant or catering business, having a salad spinner at your disposal can make a world of difference in the quality of salad you make.We'll forever have a soft spot for how OXO designs products that are easy and comfortable to operate. The company's Good Grips salad spinner uses a similar design as its Steel spinner, but the bowl is clear plastic and can double as an attractive serving bowl. Salad spinners do not completely dry lettuce, but they get it as close to dry as possible. The main intentions of a salad spinner is to aid in the cleaning of the salad ingredients and to get rid of excess water, which can make a salad soggy and unenjoyable. Using a salad spinner is the fastest and most efficient way to help reduce the amount of water on your clean vegetables. There are two considerations here: How much storage space you have and the needs based on your family size. The largest basket has a capacity for up to 6 quarts of greens, while the smallest can accommodate about 2.5 quarts. If you're feeding more than a couple of people regularly, the larger model is the way to go, but if it's just you and one other person, the smaller model can get the job done.