Let’s be honest: healthy eating sounds simple in theory.
In practice? It often means a pile of washing up, weeping into your chopping board or Googling “how to make rice not soggy” for the fifth time. Whether you’re trying to cook more from scratch, cut back on ultra-processed snacks or just make better use of your veg drawer, having the right tools can make all the difference.
That’s where these clever kitchen gadgets come in. From smart scales that track your macros to manual choppers that save your fingers (and your patience), each one is designed to take the stress out of healthier cooking. No intimidating tech or chef-level skills required - just simple, satisfying kit that actually does what it says on the tin.
We’ve rounded up some of the most useful, time-saving and joy-sparking gadgets for every kind of home cook, whether you’re batch-prepping meals for the week or just trying to remember to eat your five a day. Some are surprisingly affordable, others are more of an investment - but all of them are designed to make it easier to cook nutritious, fuss-free meals at home without taking up a lot of space.
Because while healthy eating is partly about what’s on your plate, it’s also about how you get it there. And if a spiraliser, smart air purifier or multi-compartment frying pan can help you eat more mindfully (with fewer takeaway temptations), that’s a win in our book.
We've rounded up all of the best kitchen gadgets for healthier cooking.
COSORI Smart Food Scales with Nutritional Calculator
If you’re looking to take the guesswork out of healthy eating, these smart scales are a game changer. Not only do they weigh your food with impressive precision, but they also connect to an app that calculates the full nutritional breakdown - calories, macros, even micronutrients.
It’s ideal whether you’re meal prepping, tracking your intake or just curious about what’s on your plate. Sleek, compact and USB-rechargeable, they fit easily into small kitchens too.
Buy now £33.99, Amazon
Tefal 5 Second Chopper K1320404 Multifunction Food Chopper
If you’re tired of weeping over onions or spending ages chopping garlic and herbs, this one’s for you. The Tefal 5 Second Chopper is a manual gadget that lets you blitz fresh ingredients with just a few pulls of a handle - no plugs or faff involved.
It uses ultra-sharp blades and a clever boost system to give you even, finely chopped results in seconds. Ideal for quick weeknight meals or healthy batch prep, it’s surprisingly powerful for its size, and way more satisfying than dragging out the food processor. You’ll wonder how you ever cooked without it.
Buy now £28.00, Amazon
Menkind Lazy Man Frying Pan
This pan is the definition of work smarter, not harder. Designed with five separate compartments, it lets you cook a full English (or a healthier alternative) in one go without juggling multiple pans. Whether you’re frying up eggs, grilling mushrooms or heating veggie sausages, it keeps everything neatly in place - and cuts down on both mess and washing up.
It works on most hobs and is surprisingly non-stick for the price. If your idea of healthy cooking includes fewer takeaways and more home-cooked meals, this might just become your new Sunday brunch essential.
Buy now £31.00, Argos
Vitesy Shelfy Smart Refrigerator Device
Food waste is one of the biggest obstacles to healthier eating - but this clever fridge gadget helps you keep your produce fresher for longer. The Vitesy Shelfy uses smart air-purifying tech to reduce ethylene gas (which speeds up ripening) and eliminate odours, mould spores and bacteria.
Just pop it in your fridge and it gets to work silently, keeping fruit and veg crisp for days beyond their usual shelf life. It’s rechargeable, app-connected and ideal if you’re the sort of person who buys kale with good intentions and then forgets about it. A small thing that makes a big difference.
Buy now £89.00, Amazon
Fullstar Spiralizer for Vegetables
If you’ve ever tried to make courgetti with a knife, you’ll know it’s not a quick process. This bestselling spiralizer makes it ridiculously easy to turn everyday vegetables into low-carb noodles, ribbons or spirals - ideal if you’re looking to cut back on pasta or just add more colour and crunch to your meals.
It comes with four blade options, a handy container to catch the spirals and a compact design that actually fits in your drawer. It's impressively sharp and sturdy for the price.
Buy now £13.99, Amazon
Lakeland Multi Yogurt and Soft Cheese Maker
Homemade yoghurt sounds like something only people with too much time attempt - but this clever little machine makes it simple. Just add milk and a starter, press a button and let it do its thing. It can also make soft cheeses like labneh or ricotta, giving you full control over ingredients, sugar levels and consistency.
Ideal if you’re cutting back on ultra-processed foods or want to go gut-friendly with your breakfasts. At under £25, it’s also surprisingly affordable for something that gives you fresh, preservative-free results at home. Healthy snacking just got a whole lot more satisfying.
Buy now £24.99, Lakeland
Stellar Verve 24cm Frying Pan Non-Stick
When it comes to healthy cooking, a good non-stick pan is essential - and this one’s built to last. The Stellar Verve is forged from aluminum for even heat distribution and coated with an ultra-durable PFOA-free non-stick surface, so you can use less oil without anything sticking or burning.
It works on all hob types (including induction), feels solid in the hand and cleans up in seconds. The 24cm size is ideal for everything from eggs to stir-fries, and its grid of surface channels drain fat for healthier results.
Buy now £55.80, Amazon
Sourhouse Goldie sourdough tool
If you’ve dabbled in sourdough, you’ll know how tricky it is to keep your starter happy. The Goldie solves that by creating the ideal warm environment for fermentation - no radiator balancing or oven-door hacks required. It’s a sleek little gadget that sits on your counter, monitors the temperature and gently keeps your starter in the sweet spot for growth.
It’s USB-powered, whisper-quiet and comes with a clever “cooling puck” to regulate heat in warmer months. Yes, it’s an investment - but if you’re serious about gut health or want a more nutritious bread alternative, it’s worth every penny.
Buy now £113.00, Sourhouse
Dualit Air Fryer
If you’re ready to cut oil without compromising crunch, Dualit’s 5.5 L Air Fryer is a smart addition to your kitchen lineup. It uses 1700 W of powerful convection (Dualit calls it “VortecS”) to give you up to 99 per cent less oil than deep‑frying, while still delivering that golden finish.
The roomy 5.5-litre basket (enough for four chicken breasts or a small roast) sits in a squat, countertop‑friendly frame, and seven presets make cooking virtually foolproof. With its non‑stick, dishwasher‑safe crisper tray and energy savings vs a fan oven, it’s a guilt‑free and time‑saving powerhouse for healthier cooking.
Buy now £119.99, Amazon
MEATER Plus
Perfectly cooked meat can make or break a healthy meal, and the MEATER Plus takes the guesswork out of it. This smart wireless meat thermometer syncs with your phone to monitor internal temperature, so you can cook to precision - whether that’s juicy chicken without dryness or steak cooked just how you like it.
It’s especially handy if you’re aiming to reduce processed meats or overly charred cooking, which aren’t great for health. With its sleek design and easy app, it’s an impressive tool to boost your confidence in the kitchen and help you nail your protein portions every time.
Buy now £65.00, Amazon
Verdict
Though it was a tough choice, the COSORI Smart Food Scales are the best pick for tracking your nutrition with ease. By weighing your food accurately and syncing with an app for instant breakdowns, they take the guesswork out of healthy eating - helping you hit your macro goals without the hassle. Smart, sleek and surprisingly affordable.
