From a fitness expert-approved air fryer to plastic-free coffee makers, this kitchen gear makes it easy to reduce exposure to microplastics and forever chemicals or cut down on fried foods
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Eating well starts long before your food hits the plate. Some of the best appliances and cookware for healthy eating can make meal prep easier, faster and far more enjoyable. From air fryers that crisp vegetables without excess oil to blenders that power protein-packed smoothies and non-toxic bakeware that keeps chemicals out of your kitchen, these are the tools we rely on to build balanced, nutrient-dense meals at home.
Below, shop our favorite home appliances for upgrading your healthy cooking routine, plus see our go-to online grocery and meal delivery services, ingredients shopping list and more ways to simplify your meal planning.
Best Air Fryers
Easiest Cleanup
Ninja Crispi 4-in-1 Portable Air Fryer
$159.99 ($179.99), 11% off
The Crispi is a portable air fryer that delivers the power of a full air fryer for on-the-go healthy meals. (Kendall Toole is a fan.)
Best for Small Kitchens
Our Place The Wonder Oven
$185
Our Place’s 6-in-1 compact air fryer toaster oven is as fashionable as it is functional, with 6 modes: air fry, bake, roast, toast, broil and reheat.
Best Cooking Accessories
Best Meat Thermometer
Chef IQ Sense Meat Thermometer
$69.99 ($129.99), 46% off
Chef IQ is the smartest meat thermometer, which provides updates to your phone and takes all the guesswork out of high-protein cooking.
Best Butcher Block
Caraway Butcher Block
$245
Flip from the grooved Prep side (for mess-free carving) to the Serve Side for slicing and serving. Perfect for everything from meat carving to a charcuterie board.
Best Cutting Board
Boardsmith Walnut End Grain Cutting Board
$280+
This cutting board is made from professional-grade, waterproof adhesive that perfectly balances scratch resistance and gentleness on knives.
Best Cookware For Desserts
Best for Ice Cream and Frozen Yogurt
Ninja Creami Ice Cream Maker
$199.99 ($229.99), 13% off
The Ninja Creami is the absolute best at-home device for leveling up your healthy dessert game. Make store-worthy low-calorie ice cream and frozen yogurt with the click of a button.
Best Bakeware Set
Caraway Bakeware Set, 11-pc.
$445 ($605), 26% off
This non-toxic bakeware set comes in multiple colors, but with the same commitment to no chemicals for healthy baking.
Best Blenders
Best for Smoothies
Beast Blender Stainless Steel Blender
$119
We love Beast Blenders because they so easily switch from a powerful blender to a cup. The brand’s latest launch is exciting because it’s the brand’s first-ever stainless steel blender, keeping items for (yes, we tested this) up to 12 hours cold. We also particularly love the Beast Mini, as it is rechargeable for smoothies, dressings, and more on the go.
Best Budget Blender
Nutribullet Pro 900 Blender
$87
$99.99
The Nutribullet Pro packs a powerful 900-watt motor into a compact, easy-to-use design at an approachable price point. It quickly blends smoothies, protein shakes and sauces with minimal cleanup, making it ideal for everyday use.
Best Investment
Vitamix Ascent X5 Blender
$749.95
The Vitamix Ascent X5 combines a sleek, modern design with powerful, precision blending. It features a 48-ounce container, automatic self-cleaning and ten preset programs for everything from smoothies to nut butters to vegetable soups.
Best Non-Toxic Cookware
Best Non-Toxic Fry Pan
HexClad Hybrid Fry Pan
$152
The HexClad Hybrid Fry Pan is one of the best nonstick pans you can add to your kitchen. Its patented hybrid design pairs stainless-steel durability with a ceramic-infused nonstick surface that’s free from PFAS/PFOA and it’s a great pan for easy food release and cleanup.
Best Non-Toxic Cast Iron Pan
Field Company Cast Iron Classics Set
$365 ($461), 21% off
The Cast Iron Classics set from Field Company includes two of its bestselling skillets, crafted in the USA with a lighter, smoother design than traditional cast iron. Free from synthetic coatings like PTFE and PFOA, the pans build a naturally nonstick seasoning over time. It’s a durable, non-toxic staple built to last.
The Best Plastic-Free Coffee Appliances
Best Automatic Pour Over Machine
Ratio Eight Series 2 Coffee Machine
$799
For those concerned about microplastics, the Eight Series 2 is a premium automatic pour-over coffee maker from Ratio designed to replicate the precision of manual brewing with the simplicity of one button. Made with handblown glass components, it’s a design-forward machine built for those who value exceptional coffee.
