My favorite glass, wood, and stainless steel kitchen tools for creating a cozy non-toxic kitchen. These are the swaps I use for juicing, cooking, and slow mornings.
If you’re trying to create a non-toxic kitchen, swapping plastic dish racks for bamboo is an easy place to start. It’s sturdy, natural, and helps dishes dry quickly.
Bamboo 2-Tier Collapsible Dish Drying Rack
Reusable beeswax wraps are a great alternative to plastic wrap. They mold easily around food and containers using the warmth of your hands.
Reusable Beeswax Wrap 9 Pack - Eco Food Storage
Glass meal prep containers are one of the easiest swaps for a non-toxic kitchen. I use them to store leftovers and prep ingredients without relying on plastic.
VERONES 10 Pack 22 OZ Glass Meal Prep Containers
Stainless steel cookware is one of the best swaps when building a non-toxic kitchen. It’s durable, heats evenly, and works for everyday cooking without the coatings found on many nonstick pans.
Cuisinart Chef’s Classic 11-Piece Stainless Steel Cookware Set
Bamboo cutting boards are a great alternative to plastic. I love having multiple sizes for prepping fruits, vegetables, and everyday cooking.
Bamboo Cutting Boards Set of 3 with Holder
Reusable silicone bags are a great alternative to disposable plastic bags. I use them for storing produce, freezing leftovers, and keeping the kitchen a little more low-waste.
Lerine 20 Pack Reusable Silicone Freezer Bags
I love using an air fryer for quick, easy meals with less oil. It’s perfect for making crispy veggies, potatoes, and simple weeknight meals.
Nutrichef 5.8 Qt Air Fryer, 8-1 Modes, White
I like using a copper water bottle as part of a more natural kitchen setup. It’s durable, reusable, and inspired by traditional Ayurvedic practices.
Copper Water Bottle 34 Oz Hammered Ayurvedic
Reusable microfiber cloths are great for everyday kitchen cleaning and help reduce the need for disposable paper towels.
Fantasticlean Microfiber Cloth Roll - 60 Pack
Bamboo dish brushes are a great swap for plastic scrubbers. They clean dishes well while keeping the kitchen a little more natural and low-waste.
Bamboo Dish Scrub Brushes Set of 3, Sisal
These dishwasher pods cut grease well and rinse clean without leaving residue. A simple swap for a more mindful kitchen cleaning routine.
Molly's Suds Dishwasher Pods, 60 Unscented
Ceramic baking dishes are a great staple for a cozy kitchen. I love using them for roasting vegetables, baked pastas, and simple oven meals.
MALACASA Ceramic Casserole Dish Set of 3
A simple low-waste swap for dishwashing. This lemon dish soap bar cuts grease well and lasts a long time without the plastic bottle.
Old Town Soap Co. Lemon Dish Block Soap - 3 Pack
A great zero-waste alternative to traditional liquid dish soap. This solid dish butter cleans well while helping reduce plastic bottles in the kitchen.
Nellie's Dish Butter - Zero-Waste, Lemongrass
A glass pitcher is a simple swap for storing drinks without plastic. I use it for fresh juice, filtered water, or homemade iced tea in the fridge.
Netany 2 Pack 2L Square Glass Pitcher with Lid
A simple tool for brewing loose leaf tea at home. I love using tea strainers like this for herbal teas and cozy slow mornings.
2 Pack Reinmoson Fine Mesh Tea Strainers
Glass storage jars are perfect for organizing pantry staples like tea, spices, grains, or snacks without using plastic.
Suwimut 3 Pack Glass Storage Jars with Cork Lid
Wooden cooking utensils are a great alternative to plastic tools. I love using them for everyday cooking because they’re durable and gentle on cookware.
12 Pack Natural Teak Wooden Cooking Spoons
I like using a stainless steel masher instead of plastic tools so there’s no plastic heating up while cooking. It’s sturdy, easy to clean, and perfect for mashed potatoes, beans, or avocados.
2PCS Stainless Steel Potato Masher Tool
A great swap from conventional air fryers if you’re wanting a non toxic, plastic free alternative