You need nontoxic cutting boards, and this lightweight 3-pack is down to $10

Lugging a heavy cutting board out of your cabinet certainly makes chopping produce feel like a chore. But going with a lightweight slicing surface often means opting for plastic, which has garnered a lot of attention (and not the good kind). Hacking away on plastic can let microplastics into our food, which is linked to negative health impacts. That's why many home cooks are swapping out their plastic boards in favor of an equally lightweight alternative: bamboo. Interested in doing the same? Amazon's top-rated Totally Bamboo 3-Piece Cutting Board Set is down to $10 from $18, so chop-chop!

Why is it a good deal? 💰

At nearly 45% off for Prime members, this is as low as this set has dipped in years. Plus, 10 bucks is what you'd expect to pay for a single cutting board, not a trio — and this deal brings the cost of each one to just over $3. You also can't put a price on the peace of mind that comes with knowing your food will be free of tiny plastic bits.

Why do I need this? 🤔

According to Yahoo contributor Kate Rope, "A landmark study released in March 2024 showing that microplastics can be found in plaque that builds up in people's arteries, increasing their risk of cardiovascular events such as stroke and heart attack, has brought a renewed focus to the ways plastic can get into our systems. It appears that our plastic cutting boards are one of the culprits." Eek!

But there's no need to panic; these Totally Bamboo cutting boards offer an easy solution. Made of solid bamboo, they're not only safe to use, but durable and nice to look at — some reviewers even use them as serving trays. You're getting three different sizes (13 inches, 11 inches and 8 inches), so you can use one for meat, one for produce and one for small slicing tasks. (They're also reversible.)

While they're sturdy, they're also lightweight, so you won't miss your plastic boards at all. Plus, they don't get scratched up easily, and your knives will appreciate the smooth bamboo, which is gentle on the blades.

What reviewers say 💬

These boards have racked up more than 6,200 five-star ratings from Amazon customers, who say they're durable, versatile and attractive.

Pros 👍

"Great improvement over plastic boards," raved a "berry" content convert. "They clean up well, even after strawberries. No splintering, no warping."

"They are much thicker and [more] substantial than I expected," shared another blissful buyer. "I've already used them several times, and there are no knife scratches on them at all. I wipe them off with a paper towel and hot water, then follow up with a little oil, and they look as new as the day they arrived."

"I like this set," said a third home cook. "They're light and easy to care for. Aside from using these as cutting boards, I use them as charcuterie boards to serve fruit and cheese as well. As long as I promptly wash, towel dry and air dry, they're available to use again shortly."

Cons 👎

"Great cutting boards for the kitchen," wrote a mostly satisfied chopper, er, shopper. "I like how thick and sturdy these are, and they look pretty nice too." Their one qualm? "They do slip, so I put a wet towel underneath."

"Perfect sizes for my arthritic hands," raved a final fan. "I'm able to use one for veggies/fruit and another for meats. Good thickness, lightweight." That said, they noted the sides could be a bit smoother: "Though my husband had to sand down an edge, they're still great!"

P.S. If you only need one cutting board, I — and Cameron Diaz! — swear by this one:

If you have Amazon Prime, you'll get free shipping, of course. Not yet a member? No problem. You can sign up for your free 30-day trial here. (And by the way, those without Prime still get free shipping on orders of $35 or more.)

The reviews quoted above reflect the most recent versions at the time of publication.

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