Amazon shoppers are snapping up these summer kitchen essentials, starting at just $8

The warm weather is upon us and we are all ready to welcome the refreshing seasonal recipes that are coming our way. From crunchy summer salads to dessert ice cream bowls, nothing can compare to the abundance of this season. But despite the fact that we love to cook all these dishes, the reality is that in summer we are always short on time.

From day trips to spending time on the patio, we all need a little extra help to stay productive in the kitchen. If you're like me and are looking to spend more time outdoors, we have good news for you: Amazon's top summer stores are stocked with kitchen tools and gadgets that will streamline your food prep. Over 10,000 shoppers have already added them to their shopping carts. We've picked out nine of our favorite items, including an OXO salad spinner, Magic Bullet blender, and Cuisinart ice cream maker. Prices start at just $8.

Shoppers' favourite summer kitchen items are top-rated on Amazon

OXO Good Grips Large Salad Spinner

Too many times have you spent way too much time washing and drying salad leaves? Now you can with this OXO salad spinner. A Food & Wine favorite, it thoroughly washes and dries leaves in just a few minutes. This 6-quart salad spinner's removable basket doubles as a colander to hold and rinse your leaves. Simply place the basket back in the bowl and use the pump to spin. You can also use the bowl to serve fresh, crisp salads. With over 20,000 units sold in the past month alone, this best-seller has earned over 32,200 perfect reviews for its versatility, time-saving features, and ease of use. If it's $25, don't hesitate to add it to your shopping cart. In my case, it's already in my cart.

Cuisinart Ice Cream Maker

Nothing tastes better than homemade ice cream on a hot summer day. With an ice cream maker at home, you can add your favorite ingredients to create any flavor you want, from seasonal peach blueberry to traditional vanilla ice cream. And it only takes 25 minutes to make a batch with this Cuisinart ice cream maker. Plus, you can make frozen yogurt, gelato, sorbet, sherbet, and drinks for everyone to enjoy. With a 2-quart capacity, you can make it all at once, saving even more of your precious outdoor time. Just add the ingredients you need, turn the dial, and let the machine do the rest. “It's so great to be able to create sweet treats with complete control over the ingredients,” says one reviewer who regularly uses the maker to make gelato, sorbet, and ice cream during the summer. Now's the perfect time to buy one.

Spring Chef Ice Cream Scoop

This Spring Chef ice cream scoop is the perfect addition to your ice cream maker. Get it in black for 60% off. It makes scooping ice cream a breeze. The scoop's curved design gives it a perfectly rounded scoop that fits neatly into the cone. Plus, it has grooves on the inside to keep ice cream from sticking, so you don't have to use your fingers or a spoon to push it out. It has a soft, cushioned handle and a notch on the end to open ice cream cartons. With over 37,800 perfect reviews, shoppers say it “cuts into ice cream like butter straight out of the freezer.” Get it for just $10 for a refreshing summer treat.

Ninja Air Fryer

An air fryer cuts down on time in the kitchen and keeps it cool. This shopper-favorite Ninja air fryer (also our tested favorite) has a 4-quart capacity, so you can fit up to 2 pounds of French fries or air fry chicken wings and more. It has functions like air frying, roasting, reheating, and drying. It comes with a removable non-stick ceramic-coated basket and crisper plate that gives your food a crispy fried texture. The basket and crisper plate are dishwasher safe, so cleanup is a breeze. Get 31% off and start making your favorite dishes quickly and easily. Over 20,000 shoppers have already added it to their cart.

Full Star Vegetable Chopper

The $25 Fullstar Vegetable Chopper makes it much faster to prepare carrots, cucumbers, radishes, and other veggies for fresh salads and summer main dishes. Over 20,000 shoppers have purchased this chopper in the past month alone, and it has earned over 78,600 perfect ratings for its time-saving benefits. Our editors love it too, as it ranked among our favorites for the best overall manual vegetable choppers. We love how it cuts veggies quickly and evenly, and the four interchangeable blades are easy to change and versatile. It's just what you need to save time in the kitchen on beautiful summer days.

Yaramate Oil Spray Dispenser Bottle

Currently 52% off, this olive oil dispenser bottle is another shopper favorite, with over 20,000 units having sold out in the last month alone. Its wide mouth makes it easy to pour olive, avocado, or any other favorite oil. But what makes this bottle so popular is its clever design. It has a gravity sensor that detects if the bottle is tilted or upright. A sliding tab allows you to use the spout, and a lever sprays a fine mist. “The mess-free design means you can pour or spray without worrying about greasy hands or surfaces,” wrote one customer. Try it out while you grill your veggies this summer. Currently 52% off in cream white, it's a deal you won't want to miss.

Magic Bullet Blender

Another favorite of ours, the Magic Bullet Blender, has caught the attention of shoppers, who have purchased over 20,000 units in the past month alone. It's perfect for taking your breakfast smoothie on the go. Plus, it can make salsas, sauces, and dips. This machine outperformed many others in our tests and impressed us in every way, from ease of use to cleaning. It comes with a set of a short cup, a tall cup, a mug with a handle, two lip rings, a to-go lid, and a flat sealing lid. Get it now for just $40.

Hotec Stainless Steel Kitchen Tongs 2-Piece Set

Tongs are a year-round necessity, but even more so during the warmer months. Whether you're cooking proteins on the grill or serving salads, this 2-piece kitchen tongs set is just what you need. Each tong is made from durable stainless steel, so it's completely heat safe, and has silicone handles for a comfortable grip. The set includes 12-inch long tongs to reach the cooking grates when cooking on the grill, and 9-inch tongs that are perfect for mixing and serving salads and other foods. They feature a ring on the end that locks and unlocks with a pull, making them easy to store closed. The ring also doubles as a hook for hanging. Apply your coupon and get this summer kitchen essential for just $8.

Meowwoof Popsicle Mold Set

Popsicles are a refreshing summer treat for kids (and adults, too). With this Miaowoof popsicle mold set, you won't have to rush to the grocery store. The set includes everything you need to make popsicles, including a silicone mold for making 10 frozen treats, 10 reusable plastic popsicle sticks, 50 wooden popsicle sticks, 50 popsicle bags, 50 popsicle storage bags, a funnel, a cleaning brush, and a recipe book. Fill the molds with your favorite fruits and flavors and freeze. Over 10,000 have been purchased in the past 30 days alone. Popsicles come in several shades, but we recommend the red mold, which costs just $20.