You get a lot for your money with this blender. Makes perfect green smoothies. I don't really use the other food processor bowls and blades that come with the set, but it's nice to know they're there.
After reading other reviews, I always handle the blade by its top, and give it a spin to make sure the blade is centered on the spindle. The same sharpness that makes it dangerous makes it effective! It hasn't cut me yet.
I was surprised at the quiet power the Ninja has, it is really remarkable. Best blender I've used. To me, it is better than a Vitamix. The motor-at-the-top arrangment is clever and logical. You pop in the blade, fill the pitcher, put on the lid, pop on the motor, and blend (quietly) away.
My brother had talked about the health benefits he'd seen from drinking green smoothies. I'd seen Fat Sick and Nearly Dead, and wanted to try a diet change. Bought a juicer and this blender to make hybrid smoothies. Your taste may tend toward Margaritas, and I completely understand, but these days I'm trying out the green smoothie way.
Here's a typical morning smoothie:
For the liquid, you can use water, or fresh veggie juice. I use fresh veggie juice, perhaps to justify the purchase of my Breville 800JEXL Juice Fountain Elite 1000-Watt Juice Extractor- juice 3-4 large carrots and half a cucumber or zucchini. Sometimes if I have an extra apple or orange, or want a lime or ginger flavor, I juice those as well.
Pour the water/veggie juice into the Ninja, along with...
1 cored apple (not peeled), one peeled orange (keep the white skin, lose the outer orange), 1 1/2 cups of Kale or Spinach (fresh or frozen), 2-3 teaspoons Spirulina, 1 banana, some frozen pineapple, peach, berries, or mango, 1/4 avacado, protein powder (I combine Rice Protein with Vega Vanilla is best), and sometimes frozen shelled edamame (soy beans). I vary the recipe depending on what's on hand, and rotate the kale and spinach.
The blender keeps all the fiber of the kale/spinach, apple, orange, and fruit... along with the nutrients from the juiced veggies. Hybrid.
The Breville juices fast, and cleans up fast. The Ninja blends it fast and well, and also cleans up fast.
Tip 1: Pulse and blend. Do both and it will thoroughly all ingredients. If you only blend, it won't all mix.
Tip 2: For weekday speed, move prep time to Sunday afternoon. You can prepare a series of smoothies using frozen spinach/kale, frozen fruits, and add-in-powders. Store them in the freezer in individual freezer containers. On a weekday morning, just pour a Ziploc into the Ninja. Add the apple (cored) and orange (peeled) fresh. If you have time, juice the carrots and cucumber, and add the juice. If you don't have time, add 2 cups of water.
Tip 3: Freeze you Bananas! - Buy/wait for peak freshness. Peel whole bunch. Cut, and lay separated segments on wax paper in the freezer for an hour. Store in a Ziploc.
Highly recommended blender.
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Product information
| Brand | Ninja |
|---|---|
| Special Feature | Dishwasher Safe Parts |
| Product Dimensions | 18.5"D x 48.7"W x 29.5"H |
| Color | Black |
| Bowl Capacity | 2.5 Pounds |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Food Preparation |
| Product Care Instructions | Hand Wash |
| Included Components | 48 oz. Pitcher, (1) Splash Guard, (2) Storage Lids, 40 oz. Processor Bowl, 450-watt Power Pod, 16 oz. Chopper Bowl |
| Model Name | Ninja QB1004 Mixer |
| Is Dishwasher Safe | Yes |
| Blade Material | Stainless Steel |
| Power Source | Corded Electric |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00622356529785 |
| Manufacturer | SharkNinja |
| UPC | 622356529785 |
| Item Weight | 1 pounds |
| ASIN | B004XK4N9C |
| Item model number | QB1004 |
| Customer Reviews |
4.6 out of 5 stars |
| Best Sellers Rank | #36,810 in Kitchen & Dining (See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining) #83 in Countertop Blenders |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Date First Available | April 25, 2010 |
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| bowl capacity | 40 ounces ounces | — | 16 ounces ounces | 64 ounces ounces | 72 ounces ounces | 16 ounces ounces |
| material | Plastic | — | — | Plastic | Plastic | Plastic |
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| wattage | 450 watts | 400 watts | 200 watts | 1500 watts | 1000 watts | 200 watts |
| blade material | Stainless Steel | — | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel |
| dishwasher safe | ✓ | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
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