I Swear by the $45 Cuisinart Mini Chopper at Target

There’s one small kitchen appliance I use the most: the Cuisinart Core Three-Cup Mini Chopper. It’s become my trusty sidekick for making weeknight recipes in under an hour. And come Sunday, it’s a workhorse for food prep, chopping onions, garlic, and herbs for my daily lunches. This mini food processor is so vital to my routine that it has its own place on the counter, within arm’s reach. It’s even caused my coveted chef’s knife to take a backseat.

Cuisinart Core Three-Cup Mini Chopper

Small batch chopping and grinding couldn’t be easier with this simple tool. The patented SmartPower blade chops a whole head of garlic (peeled, of course) in one fell swoop. The auto-reverse feature loosens any stuck food debris in seconds. 

This no-frills processor is user-friendly too, with only two buttons: one for chopping (pureeing or emulsifying), and one for grinding with the blunt edge of the blade. The grind feature pulverizes hard spices, like cumin seeds, so you can grind your own version that tastes far fresher than the store-bought varieties.  

However, what I like best about this tiny machine is how it makes it actually doable to whip up homemade pesto, salad dressings, and marinades. It’s foolproof to use; simply toss in all the ingredients, lock the safety lid in place, and press a button. It’s a total no-brainer.

One five-star reviewer raved about this machine, saying they used it more than five times a week for the first month, like me. They wrote, “I love using it for smoothies with fresh local produce,” and they’re “ looking forward to exploring new uses.” And cleanup couldn’t be easier. All removable parts are dishwasher safe (though I handwash the blade to ensure its longevity) and can be stored neatly inside the base, stacked on top of one another. 

If you’re looking for a kitchen tool to make meal prep easier, this one is it. And for just $45, complete with an 18-month warranty, you can’t go wrong with the purchase. Soon, you’ll be chopping without effort, making dressings like a boss, and whipping up meals in seconds flat. Your family will wonder what’s come over you. 

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