15 OXO Tools for Maximizing Spring and Summer Produce

Farm-fresh strawberries are sacred in my house, so I often find myself getting overambitious at the produce stand. De-stemming all those berries in a simple, timely manner — before it all rots away in the fridge — is a far more intimidating task. 

Those specialty tools take up precious space in a drawer or pantry, so we’ve selected 15 OXO produce tools that impress our editors and shoppers at large. Many of the sharpest tools fall under the Good Grips line, which has a soft, non-slip coating for safety and practical details that make prep less of a hassle. 

Best OXO Tools for Spring and Summer Produce

Strawberry season is in full swing, but a far less sweet aspect of this berry is the stem removal. OXO transformed the classic strawberry huller into an easy-grip tool that squeezes in your hand — making it a favorite of ours and shoppers alike. This dual-ended “kitchen hero” is loved by reviewers for its ease of use, speed, and overall comfort.

Paper-thin cucumber salads are no match for OXO’s upgraded slicer. Our editors consider the mandoline the best value, thanks to its adjustable blade, slim profile, and grippy bottom. It received more than 14,000 five-star ratings from Amazon shoppers, who note the razor-sharp precision of its thinnest slice setting. 

Your favorite cherry crumble recipe deserves a stress-free prep. Choose the Good Grips quick-release pitter for efficiency: It handles six cherries at once, cleanly punching out the pits and dropping the berry into a bowl below. The base is adjustable with a grippy material, so the tool won’t slip while you’re working through a bag of fresh-picked cherries.

Melon bowls are a nostalgic summer venture — and a timeless centerpiece at family parties. OXO upgrades the classic utensil with a dual-ended design with a non-slip center, providing two size options in a single tool. These varying sizes add an extra layer to punch bowls and a whimsical way to enjoy a simple fruit bowl.  

You might also simplify mocktail batching with a citrus squeezer that’s easier on your wrists. The aluminum press has non-slip handles with a “pressure-absorbing” material, plus a molded citrus strainer. “As someone with arthritis in my hands and citrus trees in my yard, squeezing citrus used to be frustrating and sometimes impossible,” one shopper wrote. “The ergonomic design, perfect size, and sturdy grip make it incredibly easy to use with minimal effort.” 

It’s possible to slice whole pineapples with a large knife, but the task is cumbersome and sometimes dangerous. This cylinder-shaped tool cleanly removes the spikes and core, spiraling the sweet fruit into perfect rings. You’ll appreciate the small details, too: Measurement markings help establish the depth, while a non-slip knob assists in cleanly slicing through the fruit. 

One of the biggest barriers to using up fresh fruit is the prep involved — properly cleaning, draining, and storing. Batch the entire farmer’s market haul at once with a produce keeper that collects runoff water and keeps everything fresh. A pocket in the lid holds a carbon filter, which helps airflow and removes gases that speed up the ripening process. 

The flimsy salad spinner from your college days needs an upgrade. We’re obsessed with this OXO version for its button-push system — cutting the arm workout of older versions — plus a build that’s perfect for the dishwasher. It received our overall seal of approval, and Amazon shoppers gave it 4.7 stars, too. 

A peach pitter, such as this stainless steel tool, provides a more specialized approach to stone fruit like nectarines, plums, and apricots. OXO’s version has a flared, serrated head with a dishwasher-safe design. Shoppers say it’s ergonomic and works similarly to an apple corer, making the task more accessible to those with limited hand mobility.

Once your produce is properly cleaned and prepped, you’ll need a storage option that maximizes its fridge life. The Good Grips Pop container is our recommendation: The 4.4-quart version is generous in size and has an airtight seal that locks with a reassuring click of a button. It’s dishwasher-safe, too.

Does anything compare to chips and guac on a warm summer day? Prep your ripest avocados with minimal drama via this Scoop and Smash tool, which pulverizes the fruit into a satisfyingly creamy texture. “Strong [and] sturdy with a built-in spatula for scraping sides of bowl,” one reviewer wrote. 

Another clever gadget for your consideration: OXO’s GreenSaver drawer insert, a carbon filter that soaks up ethylene gas (the plant hormone that’s sneakily overripening your arugula). Filter holes maximize the disc’s surface area, while a date tracker ensures you won’t wonder when the filter is due for a replacement. 

If your household struggles to use herbs before they spoil, consider smarter storage. OXO’s GreenSaver upgrades the classic storage container with a vertical mesh basket that keeps humidity and air circulation in check. Even better, that interior piece unlatches open — so thorough washing isn’t a hassle. 

Chopped salads, Cowboy Caviar, and grain bowls make the most of seasonal produce — and prepping these summertime favorites is made easier with a compact vegetable chopper. Stainless steel blades rotate with a press of a button, dicing veggies into smaller pieces within a lidded cup. Shoppers say that it’s “one of the best purchases we have ever made, “ as the manual piston gives complete control over the size of the chop. 

Slicing open an avocado can be tricky and dangerous, especially if you prefer to do it with one hand. This 3-in-1 tool has a shielded blade to slice open the peel, cleanly remove pits, and smash the avocado’s creamy flesh. Stash one in your drawer for a quick sourdough toast and breakfast burrito bowls.