Multifunctional Kitchen Colander Blue Aluminium 28 cm

Drain food quickly without balancing a heavy pan over the sink

Use this blue aluminium colander from Discountershop to drain pasta, rice, potatoes and cooked vegetables in a controlled way. The round bowl has a diameter of 28 cm and a height of 11 cm, giving ingredients enough room for rinsing and draining. With a weight of 0.31 kg, the colander is easy to move between the worktop and sink.

The perforations allow cooking water and rinsing water to drain across the entire bowl. Use this kitchen strainer as a pasta strainer, vegetable strainer or food strainer during everyday meal preparation.

For pasta, rice, fruit and vegetables

Suitable for:

• Draining pasta and noodles after cooking
• Draining potatoes and cooked vegetables
• Washing apples, grapes, strawberries, lettuce and other fresh produce
• Rinsing rice and pulses when the grains are larger than the perforations
• Rinsing canned vegetables before adding them to a meal
• Draining ingredients for salads, sauces and oven dishes

Generous size for everyday meals

Measuring 28 x 28 x 11 cm, this colander offers more room than a compact kitchen strainer. The wide, rounded bowl helps keep pasta and vegetables inside while you gently shake away excess water. Its size is useful when preparing a full meal, washing salad ingredients or cooking a larger portion of pasta or potatoes.

The wide upper rim provides a firm place to hold the colander while moving it. This model does not have a long handle or separate side handles. Customers looking specifically for a kitchen strainer with handles, a pasta strainer with a handle or a large colander with handles should note that this version is held by its rim.

When draining hot ingredients, use a dry kitchen towel or oven gloves if the rim feels warm. Pour slowly and keep your hands away from rising steam.

Blue aluminium design, also available in black and white

The product name specifies aluminium, while the general material category is metal. Its low weight makes the colander easier to handle while washing and draining food. You do not have to lift a heavy kitchen strainer when it is filled with pasta, potatoes or vegetables.

The blue version is easy to recognise among your kitchen utensils and is also available in black and white. This allows you to match the kitchen accessory with your cookware, tableware or kitchen interior.

This is not a stainless steel colander. Customers who specifically need a stainless steel kitchen strainer should choose a different material. This version focuses on low weight, a spacious round bowl and practical use for cooking, washing and draining.

Main product features

• Colour: Blue
• Available colours: Blue, black and white
• Material: Metal, specified as aluminium
• Shape: Round
• Diameter: 28 cm
• Length: 28 cm
• Width: 28 cm
• Height: 11 cm
• Weight: 0.31 kg
• Dishwasher-safe: Yes

How to use the colander

Place the colander in an empty sink before draining the pan. Slowly pour the contents into the centre of the bowl. Water runs through the perforations while pasta, potatoes or vegetables remain inside the colander.

Allow the food to drain briefly, then gently move the colander from side to side. This helps remove remaining water before returning the ingredients to the pan, serving them or adding them to another dish.

To wash fruit and vegetables, place the ingredients in the colander and rinse them under cold running water. Move the contents carefully by hand so the water reaches every side. Use a gentle flow of water for soft fruit such as strawberries and raspberries to reduce bruising.

According to the product specifications, the model includes a drip tray. This can collect residual water when the colander is placed briefly on the worktop. Empty the tray before serving or processing the ingredients.

A practical kitchen aid for different tasks

Use the colander while preparing hot meals, cold salads, fruit dishes and meal-prep recipes. Its round shape is suitable for ingredients that need thorough rinsing or several minutes of draining.

Examples of everyday use:

• Rinse grapes and strawberries for breakfast or dessert
• Wash lettuce, tomatoes and cucumber for a salad
• Drain spaghetti, macaroni or noodles
• Drain boiled potatoes before serving
• Rinse chickpeas, beans or canned vegetables
• Wash vegetables before slicing or cooking
• Allow defrosted ingredients to drain over the sink

This multifunctional kitchen aid for cooking and washing supports several food-preparation tasks. Use the same colander as a vegetable strainer, pasta strainer and fruit colander.

Important information for fine ingredients

This colander for pasta, fruit, rice and vegetables is intended for ingredients that are larger than its perforations. Before rinsing small varieties of rice, check that the grains cannot pass through the holes.

For flour, cocoa powder, icing sugar or finely ground herbs, use a fine-mesh flour sieve. This model is not a fine baking sieve or a strainer with handles. Its shape and perforations make it best suited as a fruit colander, vegetable strainer, pasta strainer and food strainer.

Cleaning and maintenance

The kitchen strainer is dishwasher-safe. Position it so the dishwasher spray arms can rotate freely and water can reach all the perforations. After the cycle, check that no pasta, rice or other food residue remains inside the openings.

For handwashing, use warm water, washing-up liquid and a soft sponge or dish brush. Clean both the inside and underside, paying extra attention to the perforations.

Avoid metal scouring pads and abrasive cleaning products. These may scratch the coloured finish. Dry the colander thoroughly before storing it, especially when it will remain in a closed kitchen cupboard for an extended period.

Ready to use without installation

No assembly or installation is required. Wash the colander before its first use, then place it directly in the sink or on the worktop when needed.

Before purchasing, check that the 28 cm diameter fits inside your sink, dishwasher and kitchen cupboard. The model is not collapsible and retains its full size during storage.

With this Multifunctional Kitchen Colander, you have a focused solution for draining, rinsing and washing food. Its generous size, low weight and dishwasher-safe design make it suitable for regular use during everyday meal preparation. Order yours today from Discountershop and choose blue, black or white to match your kitchen.

Frequently Asked Questions

What can a 28 cm kitchen colander be used for?

A 28 cm kitchen colander provides room for pasta, potatoes, vegetables, fruit and certain types of rice. The size is useful for everyday meals, larger portions and washing lettuce or fresh fruit.

Can the blue aluminium colander go in the dishwasher?

Yes, according to the product specifications, the colander is dishwasher-safe. Position it securely, keep the spray arms clear and check afterwards that no food residue remains inside the perforations.

Is this colander suitable for sifting flour?

No, the openings are designed for larger ingredients. Use a fine-mesh flour sieve for flour, cocoa powder, icing sugar or finely ground herbs so the powder is sifted evenly without falling straight through.

Does this colander have a handle or long grip?

No, this round model does not have a long grip or separate side handles. Hold the colander by its wide rim and use a dry kitchen towel or oven gloves when draining hot food.