A food processor has several functions that you may not need in a blender. It has the ability to puree ice and drinks, but it can also chop, slice, grate, shred, dice, and more. You can use a food processor for this purpose, but you should be sure to purchase one that has a blade for cutting dough. Otherwise, you might end up with tough gluten strands. Also, it is important to remember that the blades of a food processor are slower than the blades of a blender.
A food processor can also shred cheese. Fresh cheese melts better than pre-shredded cheese. You can shred vegetables as well, such as potatoes, and make coleslaw or a salad. You can even make pesto sauces, pates, and olive tapenades. You can add fresh ingredients to the food processor, such as roasted garlic and spinach, cashews, and nuts, for a flavorful, creamy sauce.
Hamilton Beach Electric Vegetable Chopper & Mini Food Processor, 3-Cup, 350 Watts, for Dicing, Mincing, and Puree, Black (72850)
$24.95 (as of May 10, 2026 09:39 GMT +00:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)
Cuisinart Food Processor, 14-Cup Vegetable Food Chopper for Mincing, Dicing, Shredding, Puree & Kneading Dough, 720-Watt Motor, Stainless Steel, DFP-14BCNY
$246.44 (as of May 10, 2026 09:39 GMT +00:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)
Preethi Eco Plus Mixer Grinder 110-Volt for use in USA/Canada, white, 3-jar
$137.00 (as of May 10, 2026 09:39 GMT +00:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)
Ninja Food Processor, Professional Plus, 1000 Peak Watts, 4 Functions for Chopping, Slicing, Purees & Dough with 9-Cup Processor Bowl, 3 Blades, Food Chute & Pusher, Silver, BN601
$99.98 (as of May 10, 2026 09:39 GMT +00:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)
Ninja Food Chopper Express Chop with 200-Watt, 16-Ounce Bowl for Mincing, Chopping, Grinding, Blending and Meal Prep (NJ110GR)
$48.00 (as of May 10, 2026 09:39 GMT +00:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)
La Reveuse Food Processor,Electric Food Chopper with 7-Cup (1.7L) Glass Bowl, 4 Bi-Level Blades for Chopping,Grinding,Mincing,Whisking,Meal Prep,300W,Blue
$33.29 (as of May 10, 2026 09:39 GMT +00:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)
Proctor Silex Durable Electric Vegetable Chopper & Mini Food Processor for Chopping, Puree & Emulsify, 1.5 Cup, Black
$16.95 (as of May 10, 2026 09:39 GMT +00:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)
Ninja Food Chopper Express Chop with 200-Watt, 16-Ounce Bowl for Mincing, Chopping, Grinding, Blending and Meal Prep (NJ110GR), Gray
$47.00 (as of May 10, 2026 09:39 GMT +00:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)
KitchenAid 5 Cup Food Chopper KFC0516BM, Matte Black
$64.99 (as of May 10, 2026 09:39 GMT +00:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)