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Brand	Microplane
Style	Modern
Item Weight	110 Grams

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ZEST CITRUS: The blade is designed with a specific tooth set that takes the flavorful rind directly off the citrus fruit, while leaving behind the bitter white pith. Zest adds flavor to vinaigrettes, stir fries, salads, and baked goods! Change your life, with a little zest!
SO MANY USES: grate ginger and garlic into a minced pastes to flavor many popular foods. Create ground spices from whole hard cinnamon or nutmeg. Use to shave a cork down to fit back into a bottle - even scrape off burnt or dark spots from cookies, scones, and toast. The possibilities are endless.
ULTRA SHARP MADE IN THE USA BLADES: Microplate uses photo-etched technology to make ultra sharp grating blades right here in America! Made of surgical grade stainless steel this material stays rust-free and maintains sharpness over time. True stainless steel is magnetic, so this item can be hung on your magnetic knife strip. Non-scratch end tabs help protect counter tops.
DISHWASHER SAFE: The tool is easy to clean, simply rinse immediately after use. Use a kitchen brush on the underside of the blade to clean out tough to reach particles. The zester/grater can also be placed in the dishwasher.

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MICROPLANE PREMIUM CLASSIC ZESTER

The original, Premium Classic Zester, characteristically long & narrow, revolutionized grating due to its ultra-sharp, photo-etched stainless-steel blade - made in USA. Featuring 400 micro-teeth, it is perfect for zesting all citrus fruits and grating hard cheese, chocolate, ginger, garlic, nutmeg, truffle, spices, nuts & more.

This power blade offers the fastest & most effective way of grating and ensures a perfect result every time.

ULTRA SHARP BLADE

Superior, precise & effortless cutting performance, no tearing or ripping.

GRATING RESULT FINE

A very delicate, fine grating result is produced. Ideal for every food that needs to be finely grated.

SOFT TOUCH HANDLE

Ergonomic soft touch- handle for comfort while grating.

TIMELESS DESIGN

Wide range of colors bringing elegant beauty to every kitchen décor & design.

How do you get the best grating result with the blade?

Simply glide the ingredient effortlessly over the blade without applying pressure. Prevents tearing or shredding, ensuring perfect results every time and also minimizes the risk of accidents from exerting too much pressure.
Which foods can be used with the zester blade (grater)?

It is perfect for all citrus fruits, hard cheese, chocolate, ginger, garlic, nutmeg, truffle, spices, nuts and more. Basically, for all foods, that you want to be grated finely.
How do I clean my zester grater?

Right after grating, give the blades a tap on a cutting board or workspace to knock off any food bits. Then just rinse it under water and let it air dry. This helps keep food from drying on the blade, making it way easier to clean later.
Do chefs use Microplane?

Microplane graters and zesters are globally celebrated for their exceptional performance and reliability. Adored by Michelin star and professional chefs, as well as home cooks, these kitchen tools are truly indispensable for outstanding creations.
Is the products made in China?

Our signature grating blades are proudly manufactured in Russellville, Arkansas, USA. Assembly of our graters happen in our own specialized factory in Mexico, guaranteeing unwavering attention to detail and excellence.

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Microplane is the original manufacturer to apply photo-etching technology to graters, an innovative process designed to create ultra-sharp grater blades. Made in USA, the tiny, razor-sharp teeth act like finely honed knives, cutting ingredients with precision rather than tearing them. Created as a woodworking tool, the original zester revolutionized grating in 1994 finding enthusiastic support from professional chefs & culinary enthusiasts.
DISHWASHER SAFE & EASY CLEANING

Graters (excluding Master Series) are dishwasher safe. However, to ensure that the blades stay sharp as long as possible, we recommend washing them by hand.

ADAPTABLE & SAFE PERFORMANCE

Each product we offer comes equipped with a protective cover for increased longevity and ease of storage. Our hand-held paddle graters feature non-slip rubber feet, offering superior stability.

EFFORTLESS GRATING EXPERIENCE

Thanks to the sharpness of our blades, a minimal effort is all it takes for food to glide gently and easily off the blade without needing to apply any pressure.

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Color	Dark Blue
Material	Stainless Steel
Brand	Microplane
Style	Modern
Item Weight	110 Grams
Shape	Rectangular
Is Dishwasher Safe	Yes
Manufacturer	Microplane
UPC	098399462011
Global Trade Identification Number	00098399462011
Product Dimensions	12 x 1.31 x 1 inches
Item Weight	3.88 ounces
ASIN	B078Q9MH16
Item model number	46201
Customer Reviews	45,962 ratings 4.8 out of 5 stars
Best Sellers Rank	#499 in Kitchen & Dining (See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining) #2 in Zesters
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer	No
Date First Available	October 20, 2016

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Customers find this food grater to be an excellent zester and grater that works brilliantly, particularly for citrus fruits and hard cheeses like Parmesan. They appreciate its high-quality stainless steel construction, noting it's built to last forever, and find it easier to use than traditional graters. The product is super sharp with very fine blades, cleans easily in the dishwasher, and excels at zesting lemons and limes.

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1,065 customers mention "Zester quality"1,065 positive0 negative

Customers praise the zester's performance, describing it as magnificent and the best in its class.

"...While the zester is amazing overall, I do wish the protective sheath was of a higher quality—it could be sturdier...." Read more

"The best micro planer. Fits well in my hand. Great job for fruit zest, cheese grating, for garlic. Stays sharp." Read more

"This zester is designed well, is sturdy and has a rubberized handle so it does not slip...." Read more

"Love this micro plane! Zests well, handle is easy to hold. Super easy to clean" Read more

898 customers mention "Works well"883 positive15 negative

Customers find that the grater works brilliantly and is extremely good at zesting, with one customer specifically noting its effectiveness on Parmesan cheese.

"...construction has proven itself through countless uses, maintaining its performance every time...." Read more

"...It works very well zesting lemon peel and orange peel for recipes. It is a little larger than I thought, but then again I have small hands." Read more

"Love this micro plane! Zests well, handle is easy to hold. Super easy to clean" Read more

"...Not cheap. Won't use it that often, but dang -- it did the job beautifully...." Read more

667 customers mention "Ease of use"653 positive14 negative

Customers find the grater easy to use, particularly for zesting citrus fruits and grating Parmesan cheese.

"The quality is impressive—it’s sharp and high-quality, making zesting a easy...." Read more

"...The blades are incredibly sharp, effortlessly grating citrus zest, garlic, or even hard cheeses into fine, consistent pieces...." Read more

"...Nothing else compares! This zester is razor-sharp, effortless to use, and perfect for zesting citrus, grating cheese, or even shaving chocolate...." Read more

"...This was a pleasure to use. Not cheap. Won't use it that often, but dang -- it did the job beautifully...." Read more

559 customers mention "Quality"520 positive39 negative

Customers praise the food grater's construction, noting its high-quality stainless steel and sturdy case, with one customer mentioning it holds up well in the dishwasher.

"...However, considering the performance and build quality, this zester is definitely worth the extra money compared to others on the market...." Read more

"...Durable and Reliable: Built with premium materials, the Microplane Premium Classic Series is designed to last...." Read more

"This zester is designed well, is sturdy and has a rubberized handle so it does not slip...." Read more

"...The handle is comfortable, and it holds up well over time. If you’re thinking about getting a cheaper alternative—don’t...." Read more

523 customers mention "Ease of cleaning"448 positive75 negative

Customers find the grater easy to clean, with multiple reviews noting it can be washed in the dishwasher.

"...Plus, it’s dishwasher safe, which is a must for easy cleaning...." Read more

"...It cleans easily and the plastic cover keeps me from grating my knuckles on it when reaching for it in the drawer." Read more

"Love this micro plane! Zests well, handle is easy to hold. Super easy to clean" Read more

"...well for Nutmeg, lemons, oranges, onions, etc It is sharp, easy to clean, gives fast results of the right size of zest or for nutmeg WITHOUT..." Read more

517 customers mention "Sharpness"450 positive67 negative

Customers praise the grater's sharpness, noting its super fine blades and surgical stainless steel construction, with one customer comparing it to a ninja slicing through butter.

"The quality is impressive—it’s sharp and high-quality, making zesting a easy...." Read more

"...Exceptional Sharpness: The blades are incredibly sharp, effortlessly grating citrus zest, garlic, or even hard cheeses into fine, consistent..." Read more

"...Great job for fruit zest, cheese grating, for garlic. Stays sharp." Read more

"...Nothing else compares! This zester is razor-sharp, effortless to use, and perfect for zesting citrus, grating cheese, or even shaving chocolate...." Read more

461 customers mention "Zesting ability"456 positive5 negative

Customers praise the grater's ability to zest citrus fruits, particularly lemons and limes, with one customer noting it performs better than a regular grater.

"The best micro planer. Fits well in my hand. Great job for fruit zest, cheese grating, for garlic. Stays sharp." Read more

"...This zester is razor-sharp, effortless to use, and perfect for zesting citrus, grating cheese, or even shaving chocolate...." Read more

"Excellent tool!!! Makes lemon,orange , OR garlic zesting EASY!" Read more

"The best zester for orange and lime zest. Also works great with nuts and nutmeg. You won't find a better zester." Read more

454 customers mention "Grating ability"436 positive18 negative

Customers praise the grater's performance, particularly its ability to finely process cheese and hard items like nutmeg.

"...The blades are incredibly sharp, effortlessly grating citrus zest, garlic, or even hard cheeses into fine, consistent pieces...." Read more

"...Fits well in my hand. Great job for fruit zest, cheese grating, for garlic. Stays sharp." Read more

"...because it efficiently pulls zest off of citrus as well as finely grating parmesan cheese which are my two main uses...." Read more

"...is razor-sharp, effortless to use, and perfect for zesting citrus, grating cheese, or even shaving chocolate...." Read more

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Reviewed in the United States on September 29, 2024
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The quality is impressive—it’s sharp and high-quality, making zesting a easy. I love that it’s slip-resistant, ensuring I have a solid grip while working, and the design of the grater is great. The surface wraps around a bit, which means there are no dead spots, allowing me to maximize zesting efficiency.
It’s not just for lemons; I’ve used it for garlic and other ingredients, and it performs every time. The slip-resistant knobs on top are a thoughtful touch, letting me rest the zester on the cutting board without any slipping or rotating.

While the zester is amazing overall, I do wish the protective sheath was of a higher quality—it could be sturdier. However, considering the performance and build quality, this zester is definitely worth the extra money compared to others on the market. Plus, it’s dishwasher safe, which is a must for easy cleaning.

If I had to suggest one improvement, it would be to upgrade the protective sheath. Other than that, this lemon zester is a game-changer in my kitchen!

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Rewriting the Standard for Microplanes
Reviewed in the United States on February 24, 2025
Color: EggplantVerified Purchase
I recently upgraded to the Microplane Premium Classic Series Zester, and it completely redefined what I expect from a zester. Here are the highlights:

Exceptional Sharpness:
The blades are incredibly sharp, effortlessly grating citrus zest, garlic, or even hard cheeses into fine, consistent pieces. It sets a new bar for precision in kitchen tools.

Ergonomic Design:
The comfortable handle and balanced weight make it easy to use for extended periods without hand fatigue. It’s a joy to work with, whether you’re zesting for a gourmet recipe or a quick garnish.

Versatile Functionality:
Beyond just citrus, this zester excels at finely grating spices and even creating delicate garnishes. It’s versatile enough to handle a wide range of ingredients, making it indispensable in my kitchen.

Durable and Reliable:
Built with premium materials, the Microplane Premium Classic Series is designed to last. Its robust construction has proven itself through countless uses, maintaining its performance every time.

Overall, this zester isn’t just a tool—it’s a game-changer that has completely rewritten my expectations for what a microplane should be. Highly recommended for anyone who values quality and precision in their culinary endeavors.

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T.K.
Excellent microplaner
Reviewed in the United States on April 29, 2025
Color: BlackVerified Purchase
The best micro planer. Fits well in my hand. Great job for fruit zest, cheese grating, for garlic. Stays sharp.

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Patricia C.
Good product
Reviewed in the United States on March 20, 2025
Color: TurquoiseVerified Purchase
This zester is designed well, is sturdy and has a rubberized handle so it does not slip. It works very well zesting lemon peel and orange peel for recipes. It is a little larger than I thought, but then again I have small hands.

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Thomas M. Swoyer, Jr.
Simple device that does its job!
Reviewed in the United States on February 12, 2025
Color: BlackVerified Purchase
I ordered this microplane grater when my previous one broke. I like this grater a lot because it efficiently pulls zest off of citrus as well as finely grating parmesan cheese which are my two main uses. I like that the zest stays on the grater and I can grate the entire lemon and drop all the zest in at once. It cleans easily and the plastic cover keeps me from grating my knuckles on it when reaching for it in the drawer.

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Reviewed in the United States on May 2, 2025
Color: GrayVerified Purchase
Love this micro plane! Zests well, handle is easy to hold. Super easy to clean

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C. Brooke
Gold Standard
Reviewed in the United States on February 25, 2025
Color: BlackVerified Purchase
After losing my Microplane Premium Classic Zester in a move, I tried a knockoff—big mistake. Nothing else compares! This zester is razor-sharp, effortless to use, and perfect for zesting citrus, grating cheese, or even shaving chocolate. The handle is comfortable, and it holds up well over time. If you’re thinking about getting a cheaper alternative—don’t. Microplane is the gold standard, and it’s worth every penny.

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Pro design. Does the job extremely well.
Reviewed in the United States on February 9, 2025
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The recipe called for the zest of two oranges. My cheese grater wasn't up to the job and a knife wouldn't have produced a fine enough zest. This was a pleasure to use.

Not cheap. Won't use it that often, but dang -- it did the job beautifully. I like fact that it has a cover so that it won't carve up my fingers when I reach in the drawer for it a few months -- or years from now.

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Good Quality
Reviewed in the United Arab Emirates on October 1, 2024
Color: BlackVerified Purchase

Microplane blade is in good quality and it is very sharp. You will received it as advertised

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Jonathon Tea
Simply the best grater
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 12, 2025
Color: After Dark GreyVerified Purchase
The best grater I have ever owned, really sturdy and super sharp; really high build quality, wouldn’t use another grater

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Super scherp
Reviewed in the Netherlands on December 18, 2024
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Super scherpe rasp. Heel fijn voor het koken. Wel na een paar jaar toe aan vervangen, vanwege scherpte die afneemt.
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Man får det betalar för. Det bästa !!
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MICROPLANE PREMIUM CLASSIC ZESTER

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SOFT TOUCH HANDLE

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PREMIUM CLASSIC Collection

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PROFESSIONAL SERIES Collection

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DISHWASHER SAFE & EASY CLEANING

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