Trudeau Zest Grater

by Trudeau

Product Features

• Ultra fine zest grater for citrus, hard cheese, garlic, nutmeg, and other spices
• Made with stainless-steel surface honed to optimum cutting angle
• Safe, nonskid tip; constructed for good results with minimal effort
• Sliding protective handle in matching color for safe storage
• Dishwasher-safe; washing by hand recommended; 5-year warranty

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 9.4 x 0.7 x 1.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B000IAQS8A
• Item model number: 0995901
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #43,565 in Kitchen & Dining (See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining)
  • #45 in Kitchen & Dining > Kitchen Utensils & Gadgets > Fruit & Vegetable Tools > Zesters & Reamers

Product Description

Amazon.com Review

Created by Trudeau, this grater combines a sharp surface, safe features, and fun colors for a kitchen tool that is both fun and functional. Designed for citrus zest, hard cheese, garlic, nutmeg, and other spices, the grater features a handheld design with a stainless-steel surface. The grating blades are honed at an optimum angle to minimize effort, and a nonskid tip keeps the grater stable in use. For safe storage, the piece also includes a built-in protective cover. Measuring 1-1/2 by 8-1/3 inches, the grater is dishwasher-safe, but Trudeau recommends washing it by hand. A five-year warranty is included. --Emily Bedard

Product Description

Trudeau’s handy and rugged zest grater features an ultra fine grating surface that is ideal for citrus zest, hard cheeses, nutmeg, garlic and vegetables. Each blade is honed to an optimum cutting angle for minimum effort and maximum flavor. The retractable handle doubles as a protective sleeve for secure storage. Also features a non-slip base. The zester is top rack dishwasher safe; however, to preserve the sharpness of the blades, it is recommended to hand wash.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Easy to use, efficient finger saver, December 2, 2010

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Rob in CM - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Trudeau Zest Grater (Kitchen)

I ordered this because the small zester (the type with 4 small cutting circles) we had proved a miserable little failure when put to the Thanksgiving test. We needed to zest many lemons and limes, and it just sucked - slow, arduous, clumsy. We then used a Microplane at a relative's house, and were blown away by how fast it zested, but also by how dangerous zesting small limes with a Microplane can be. No kidding, for 4 limes, there were three cuts. So, the search was on for a "safe" zester that could work as efficiently as the Microplane. We found it with the Trudeau. The beauty is - you get the Microplane sharpness and speed, but you also get a rubber "foot" that can be braced against the counter top or a plate/bowl that lets use safely and quickly zest by moving the fruit, as opposed to holding the fruit and moving the zester. Obviously, you can also brace the Microplane, but it doesn't have a solid footing and slips around.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Covers all the bases, September 15, 2008

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Maro Riofrancos - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Trudeau Zest Grater (Kitchen)

This is the best grater of this type I've ever used. Of course you take it for granted that it's laser-sharp. It has a built-in sliding cover for storage, not one that comes off and can be misplaced. The non-skid rubber foot is great--you wonder why others don't have it. Same for the whole for hanging. Plus it's beautiful-looking. BTW, it also is perfect for grating ginger.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars does the job just fine, January 19, 2009

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KT - See all my reviews

This review is from: Trudeau Zest Grater (Kitchen)

This tool does a great job for the price. I use it mainly for zesting lemons. I like the safety cover and that the cutting blades are all on the front surface (some other models have poor reviews due to no cover and blades that curve around the side edge of the microplane, making it very easy to cut one's self.) The rubber tip is great for stabilizing on a surface. It zests lemons beautifully. I don't have problems with drying as one reviewer did. I dry it with a paper towel right after I wash it and leave the cover open to air dry the places I can't get my fingers in. I'm sure there is a better nicer zester out there, but for $10, this does the job just fine.