I eat avocado every day and I’m not sure I could live without this brilliant tool

Growing up in California, avocados were naturally included in my daily diet. From sandwiches and salads to soups and grain bowls, avocado is still a staple in my kitchen. My only reservation concerns the single-seeded berry (yes, avocados are fruits NO vegetables!) is how messy and slippery it can be to cut and twist. This is no joke, I can’t count how many times I lost control and avocados flew across the counter.

The only way I’ve found to master the dividing, pitting, and slicing process is to use the OXO avocado slicer, which, by the way, is only $10 on Amazon. The all-in-one tool works like magic. It cuts avocados in half, is equipped with a steel pit remover, and cuts the fruit flesh into seven perfect slices every time.

OXO avocado slicer

Switching from a ceramic knife to an OXO avocado slicer is like comparing apples and oranges (if you hate apples and can’t stop raving about oranges). For starters, the slicer is much safer and easier to use. It provides a solid, ergonomic grip so I never have to worry about the tool slipping out of my hand – but if I accidentally lose my grip, the blades are made of durable plastic, so I’m always in safe hands.

I start by piercing the leathery skin of the avocado with the plastic blade of the tool. With one quick tap and twist, I can core out the fruit using the stainless steel edge. The tool itself is extremely lightweight, so you don’t need much lubricant to remove giant grains. From there, I simply cut and scoop out the two halves, which gives me pristine half-moon-shaped avocado slices. I like to serve them on burgers, sandwiches, and tacos, but if I’m making a salad bowl or burrito, I cut the pieces in half.

The slicer is only 10.5 inches long, which I love because I can store it with other food prep tools like the citrus juicer and jar opener. Unlike other bulky kitchen utensils, this one can be laid flat in the kitchen drawer organizer. The OXO slicer is easy to wash in the sink, but when I’m feeling lazy, I’ll throw it in the dishwasher for hands-free cleaning.

I already know that the OXO avocado slicer will be my best friend this summer, and it looks like I’m not alone. Last month, over 4,000 Amazon customers purchased the tool and it received a total of over 27,300 perfect ratings. Users report it’s “much safer than a knife” and “worth every penny,” with one customer writing: “I was giddy when I found this 3-in-1 tool from Oxo.”

Another five-star reviewer added that, “With its efficient design, comfortable handle, and durable construction, this is a must-have for anyone who loves avocados and enjoys hassle-free food preparation.”

With warmer weather on the horizon, the OXO Avocado Slicer may become your new tool for whipping up your favorite summer recipes in the backyard.

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At the time of publication, the price was $10.