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Microplane Premium Zester Grater

Microplane Premium Zester Grater

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$17.49at AmazonChecked 15 h ago

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  • Lowest price today: $17.49 at Amazon (checked Nov 10, 2026).
  • Checked at 3 stores.
  • Our take on the Microplane Premium Zester Grater

    The Microplane Premium Zester is the classic long-handled rasp grater, with a 1-inch photo-etched stainless steel blade of 400 micro-teeth. It zests citrus into fine, fluffy strips and grates hard cheese, garlic, ginger and chocolate without tearing them. The soft-touch handle and 12-inch length give a light, controlled stroke, and it is dishwasher safe. It costs more than box graters and budget zesters, but cooks who zest often treat it as the reference tool; rivals copy the tooth pattern but rarely match the cut.

    Best forHome cooks who zest citrus regularlyGrating Parmesan and hard cheese over pastaBakers working with citrus peel and chocolateCooks who want one grater that stays sharp
    Pros
    • 400 photo-etched teeth cut clean, fine zest without clogging
    • Blade stays sharp for years with normal use
    • Soft-touch handle is comfortable and non-slip
    • Long handle keeps knuckles clear of the food
    • Dishwasher safe
    Cons
    • Blade is narrow, so grating large amounts of cheese is slow
    • Sharp teeth can nick fingers if you rush
    • Handle and frame feel light for the price
    • Not suited to soft cheese or large-volume grating

    Microplane Premium Zester Grater prices at every store

    • MicroplaneNew

      In stock

      $18.99+ $6.49 shippingChecked 15 h ago
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    • FormAdore.comNew

      In stock

      $27.10+ $9.00 shippingChecked 15 h ago
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    • AmazonNew

      Availability unknown

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      $17.49Checked 15 h ago
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    Microplane Premium Zester Grater price history

    Lowest price we've seen: $17.49 on Nov 10 at Amazon. Tracked across 3 stores since Nov 10.

    What reviewers say

    Reviewers and owners consistently rate the Microplane Premium Zester as the best zester they have used, praising how cleanly it cuts citrus peel and how long the blade holds up. Complaints are mostly about the narrow blade for cheese and the sharp teeth.

    What people mention
    • SharpnessPraisedOwners say the teeth stay sharp for years and cut zest cleanly without tearing it.
    • Zest qualityPraisedReviewers report fine, fluffy zest with no bitter white pith.
    • Blade widthMixedThe 1-inch surface is fine for zest but slow for grating larger amounts of cheese.
    • SafetyCriticisedSome owners mention the sharp teeth can nick fingers, especially when washing by hand.
    • BuildMixedThe soft-touch handle is comfortable, but some find the tool light for its price.

    Specifications

    Dishwasher Safe
    Yes
    Power Source
    Manual
    Blade Material
    Surgical grade stainless steel
    Blade Type
    Rasp-style design, 400 micro-teeth, Photo-Etched Technology
    Blade Width
    1 in (Grating Surface)
    Blade Count
    1
    Design Type
    Zester

    Questions and answers

    Is the Microplane Premium Zester worth it over a cheap zester?
    If you zest citrus often, yes. The photo-etched teeth cut cleanly and stay sharp, while cheap stamped zesters dull and tear the peel. For occasional use a budget zester is fine.
    Can it grate cheese as well as zest citrus?
    It grates Parmesan and other hard cheese into fine, fluffy shreds, which is ideal for topping pasta. The narrow blade makes grating large amounts slow, so use a box grater for volume.
    Is it dishwasher safe?
    Yes. Microplane rates the Premium Zester dishwasher safe, though rinsing it promptly and drying it keeps the blade and handle in best shape.
    How does it compare with the Microplane Classic Zester?
    The Premium line adds the soft-touch handle and colored frame; the blade and cut are essentially the same. Choose the Premium for comfort, the Classic for a plainer look.
    What foods can it handle besides citrus?
    Hard cheese, garlic, ginger, nutmeg, chocolate and cinnamon. Avoid soft cheese and wet foods, which clog the fine teeth.
    What is in the box?
    The zester grater itself, with a plastic protective cover for the blade. No other accessories are included.
    Where is the Microplane Premium Zester Grater cheapest?
    At Amazon, for $17.49, as of our latest check.
    Where can I buy the Microplane Premium Zester Grater?
    3 stores we checked sell it, including Microplane, FormAdore.com, Amazon.

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    Color
    Mustard Yellow, After Dark Gray, Black, Cashmere Beige, Cinnamon
    Design Form
    Handheld
    Handle Material
    Soft-touch handle, TPE plastic
    Body Material
    Stainless Steel
    Length
    12 in
    Width
    1 5/16 in
    Height
    1 in
    Weight
    6 oz (Shipping Weight)
    Food Types
    Cheese, Citrus, Parmesan Reggiano
    Intended Use
    Grating, Home, Zesting
    Subtype
    Zester, Grater
    Typical Users
    Professional chefs, Home cooking enthusiasts
    Skill Level
    Professional chefs, Home cooking enthusiasts