Ninja Detect Duo Power Blender Pro: Inspiration Guide & Recipes

Blending Made Simple

Welcome to the Ninja Detect™ Duo® Power Blender Pro Inspiration Guide. This guide provides recipes, tips, tricks, and helpful hints to build your confidence in creating everything from smoothies and drinks to soups, spreads, and entrees.

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Using the Control Panel

The control panel allows for intuitive operation of your blender. Press the dial to START or STOP any program, and turn the dial to select options.

• POWER [⏻]: Press to power the unit on and off.
• MANUAL: Adjusts speed for total blending control.
• BLEND SENSE™: An intelligent one-touch program that senses your ingredients and blends to perfection.
• MODE (Pitcher only): Preset processing programs (LARGE CHOP, SMALL CHOP, and MINCE) for chopping and mincing.
• PULSE: Operates only when PULSE is pressed. Use short presses for short pulses and long presses for long pulses.

BlendSense™ Technology

The BlendSense™ technology automatically adjusts speed and time for perfectly smooth results.

How It Works

BlendSense identifies fresh or frozen ingredients and recipe size, automatically adjusting time, speed, and power for perfect results.

Add Liquid Alert*: Alerts you when liquid is needed during blending to ensure a perfectly smooth drink. When "ADD LIQUID" displays on the dial, press START/STOP, remove the cup, add 1/2 to 1 cup of additional liquid, reinstall the cup, and press START/STOP again to resume the BlendSense program.

*Only available when using the Single-Serve Cup.

Blending Possibilities

Initial Blending (SENSING): In the first 15 seconds, the blender actively adjusts speed and time based on ingredients and recipe size.

Blending: Blends continuously without pulsing.

Crush and Max-Crush: Detects tougher and frozen ingredients, then adjusts the pulsing pattern for a smooth blend.

Thick Mode: Creates thick, spoonable results.

Error Detection

• INSTALL [Install Alert]: Illuminates if no vessel is installed or if a vessel is installed incorrectly. Reinstall the vessel to resolve.
• ADD LIQUID [Add Liquid Alert]: Illuminates when more liquid is needed, particularly with the Single-Serve Cup. Follow the on-screen prompts.

BlendSense is best used for smooth blends like smoothies, frozen drinks, smoothie bowls, dips, purees, and sauces.

Processing Mode Programs (Pitcher Only)

Smart preset programs with unique pausing patterns for chopping.

• LARGE CHOP: Cuts ingredients into bite-sized pieces.
• SMALL CHOP: Provides a precision level of chopping.
• MINCE: Achieves the finest level of chopping.

To use: Press MODE, turn the dial to select your desired program, then press START/STOP. The program stops automatically when complete, or you can press the dial to stop sooner.

Manual Programs

Gain total control over blending speed and textures.

To use: Press MANUAL, turn the dial to select your desired speed (1-10), then press START/STOP. Each speed runs continuously for 60 seconds. Press the dial to stop sooner.

Variable Speed Control (Speeds 1-10): Pitcher Only

• START SLOW (Speeds 1-3): Ideal for incorporating ingredients and preventing them from sticking to the vessel sides.
• DIAL UP THE SPEED (Speeds 4-7): Higher speeds for smoother blends, suitable for purees and dressings.
• HIGH-SPEED BLENDING (Speeds 8-10): For achieving desired consistency; longer blending improves breakdown and smoothness.

Low, Medium, High Speeds: Single-Serve Cup Only

What's in the Box & Cleaning

Components:

• Pitcher Lid with spout
• Ninja Detect™ Total Crushing® & Chopping Blades (Stacked Blade Assembly)
• 72-oz.* Pitcher (64-oz. max liquid capacity)
• Display with START/STOP dial, BlendSense™, manual, mode, and pulse buttons
• Motor Base with 1800 peak watts
• (2) 24-oz. Single-Serve Cups with Spout Lids
• Hybrid Edge™ Blades Assembly

Cleaning:

• Dishwasher: All parts except the motor base are top-rack dishwasher safe (avoid heated dry cycle).
• Hand-Washing: Wash containers, lids, and blade assemblies in warm, soapy water. Use a dishwashing utensil with a handle for blade assemblies. Handle blade assemblies with care due to sharp blades.

Using the Pitcher

Assembly:

1. Place pitcher on the base and turn clockwise to lock.
2. Insert the Stacked Blade Assembly into the pitcher.
3. Install the lid and lower the handle to lock.

Blend & Enjoy:

1. When powering on, BlendSense™ is active by default. Press the dial to begin. For Manual or Mode programs, press the desired button, select speed/program with the dial, then press the dial to begin. Press the dial to stop at any time.
2. When blending is complete, turn the pitcher counterclockwise and lift to remove.
3. Pouring: For thinner mixtures, open the pour spout. For thicker mixtures, press the RELEASE button, lift the handle, remove the lid, and carefully lift out the blade assembly before pouring.

Note: The pitcher lid handle only folds down when attached to the pitcher.

Warning: Handle blade assemblies with care; sharp blades can cause laceration. Ensure the lid is locked before pouring, or carefully remove the blade assembly first.

Blending 101 (72-oz. Pitcher)

Guidelines for Best Results:

Tips for Blending Success:

• Do not process or grind dry ingredients.
• For best results with fresh leafy greens and herbs, use the single-serve cup.
• Do not go past the MAX LIQUID (64 oz) line.
• Do not overfill the pitcher. Follow the loading order below for best results.

Loading Order:

1. Start with liquid or yogurt. Add more liquid for thinner results.
2. Add fresh fruits and vegetables (cut into 1-inch pieces).
3. Add leafy greens and herbs (up to 1 cup, optional).
4. Add dry or sticky ingredients like seeds, powders, and nut butters (2-4 tablespoons, optional).
5. Top off with ice or frozen ingredients.

Food Prep 101

Tips to Simplify Chopping:

Prepping Vegetables:

• Cut off ends and remove peels/skins.
• Cut carrots, cucumber, celery, zucchini into 2-inch pieces.
• Cut broccoli or cauliflower florets into 1-inch pieces.
• Cut onions into quarters.

Prepping Meat:

• Trim excess fat and connective tissue.
• Cut meat into 2-inch cubes.

Warning: Handle blade assemblies with care; sharp blades can cause laceration. Carefully remove the stacked blade assembly before pouring.

Load It Up (Single-Serve Cup)

Guidelines for Best Results:

Important Notes:

• Do not blend hot, effervescent, or carbonated liquids/ingredients due to pressure buildup risk.
• Do not process or grind dry ingredients.
• Do not go past the MAX LIQUID line.
• If resistance is felt when attaching the blade assembly, remove some ingredients.

Loading Order:

1. Start with liquid or yogurt. Add more liquid for a juice-like drink.
2. Add fresh fruits and vegetables (cut into 1-inch pieces).
3. Add leafy greens and herbs (up to 1 cup, optional).
4. Add dry or sticky ingredients like seeds, powders, and nut butters (2-4 tablespoons, optional).
5. Top off with ice or frozen ingredients.

Prep Tips: Cut ingredients into 1-inch pieces. Place frozen ingredients in the cup last.

Using the Single-Serve Cup

Assembly:

1. Fill the Single-Serve Cup with desired contents.
2. Screw the Hybrid Edge™ Blades Assembly clockwise until sealed.
3. Flip the cup upside down and lower it onto the base.
4. Turn the cup clockwise to lock it in place.

Add Liquid Alert:

During a BlendSense program, if more liquid is needed, "ADD LIQUID" will display. Press START/STOP, remove the cup, add 1/2 to 1 cup of liquid, reinstall the cup, and press START/STOP again.

Blend & Enjoy:

1. When powering on, BlendSense™ is active by default. Press the dial to begin. For Manual programs, press MANUAL, select speed (LOW, MEDIUM, or HIGH) with the dial, then press the dial to begin. (Processing Mode programs are only compatible with the Pitcher.)
2. When blending is complete, turn the cup counterclockwise and lift to remove.
3. Turn the blade assembly counterclockwise to remove.
4. To Go: Place the Spout Lid on the cup and turn clockwise to seal.

Warning: Handle the Hybrid Edge Blades Assembly with care; sharp blades can cause laceration.

Intro to Smoothie Bowls

Create delicious smoothie bowls for yourself, to share, or for a crowd.

Instructions:

1. Add Milk: With the Stacked Blade Assembly installed, add milk or milk alternative. This should always be done first.
2. Add Frozen Fruit: Add frozen fruit (directly from freezer), or thawed and quartered açaí or dragon fruit packets. Cut larger fruits like bananas into quarters.
3. Add-ins (Optional): Amplify your base with 2-4 scoops of yogurt, flavor powder, protein powder, and/or nut butter.
4. Blend: Install lid, place pitcher on base. Select BLENDSENSE, then press START/STOP.
5. Serve: Remove lid and blade assembly. Serve in bowls with desired toppings like coconut flakes, granola, fresh bananas, berries, and agave nectar.

Intro to Nut Butters

Instructions:

1. Add Roasted Nuts: Place 3 cups of roasted nuts (almonds, peanuts, walnuts, cashews, pecans) into the 72-ounce pitcher.
2. Add Oil: Add 1/4 cup of oil (canola, coconut, vegetable, or peanut) on top of the nuts.
3. Add-ins (Optional): Amplify your nut butter with up to 2 tablespoons each of seeds (chia, pumpkin, sunflower, flax), flavorings (cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, cocoa, vanilla), or sweeteners (honey, maple syrup, agave).
4. Blend: Select BLENDSENSE, then press START/STOP.

Smoothies & Drinks

Blueberry Power Smoothie (Single-Serve)

Prep: 5 Minutes | Container: 24-oz Single-Serve Cup | Makes: 1 Serving

Ingredients:

• 3/4 cup oat milk
• 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1/2 green apple, cored, cut into 4 pieces
• 1 cup baby spinach
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 cup frozen blueberries
• 1 cup ice cubes

Directions:

1. Place all ingredients in the Single-Serve Cup in the order listed, then install the blade assembly.
2. Select BLENDSENSE, and press START/STOP.
3. Remove the blade from the cup after blending.

Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie (Single-Serve)

Prep: 5 Minutes | Container: 24-oz Single-Serve Cup | Makes: 1 Serving

Ingredients:

• 3/4 cup whole milk
• 1 fresh banana, peeled, cut in half
• 1/4 cup peanut butter
• 1/2 tablespoon cocoa powder
• 1 cup ice cubes

Directions:

1. Place all ingredients in the Single-Serve Cup in the order listed, then install the blade assembly.
2. Select BLENDSENSE, and press START/STOP.
3. Remove the blade from the cup after blending.

Tropical Delight Smoothie (72-oz. Pitcher)

Prep: 5 Minutes | Container: 72-oz Pitcher | Makes: 2-3 Servings

Ingredients:

• 2 1/2 cups coconut milk
• 1/2 cup pineapple juice
• 2-3 tablespoons lime juice
• 1 banana, peeled
• 2 cups frozen mango pieces
• 2 cup frozen pineapple pieces

Directions:

1. Install stacked blade in the 72-oz Pitcher. Place all ingredients in the pitcher in the order listed, then install the lid.
2. Select BLENDSENSE, and press START/STOP.
3. When blending is complete, open the pour spout, pour into cups, and serve.

Classic Strawberry Banana Smoothie (72-oz. Pitcher)

Prep: 5 Minutes | Container: 72-oz Pitcher | Makes: 4-6 Servings

Ingredients:

• 2 3/4 cups milk of choice
• 2 cups whole frozen strawberries
• 2 cups sliced frozen banana or 1 fresh banana
• 1 cup Greek yogurt
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions:

1. Install stacked blade in the 72-oz Pitcher. Add ingredients to the pitcher in the order listed, then install the lid.
2. Select BLENDSENSE and press START/STOP.
3. When processing is complete, remove the lid and stacked blade, pour into cups, and serve.

Tip: For a sweeter smoothie, double the recommended honey amount.

Smoothie Bowls & Extracts

Frozen Sangria (72-oz. Pitcher)

Prep: 5 Minutes | Container: 72-oz Pitcher | Makes: 3-4 Servings

Ingredients:

• 2 cups dry red wine
• 1/3 cup orange liqueur
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 2 navel oranges, peeled, cut in half
• 1 tablespoon agave
• 3 cups frozen mixed berries
• 2 1/2 cups ice cubes

Directions:

1. Install stacked blade in the 72-oz Pitcher. Place all ingredients in the pitcher in the order listed, then install the lid.
2. Select BLENDSENSE, and press START/STOP.
3. When blending is complete, open the pour spout, pour into cups, and serve.

Tip: If sangria is too thick to pour through the spout, remove the lid and stacked blade, then portion into cups and serve.

Coconut Dragon Fruit Smoothie Bowl (72-oz. Pitcher)

Prep: 5 Minutes | Container: 72-oz Pitcher | Makes: 2-4 Servings

Ingredients:

• 1 3/4 cups coconut milk
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 2 cups frozen pineapple chunks
• 1 cup frozen Acai chunks
• 7 ounces frozen dragon fruit
• 1 tablespoon frozen or fresh ginger
• Toppings (optional): Sweetened coconut flakes, Fresh berries, Fresh mango, Granola, Slivered almonds, Mini dark chocolate chips

Directions:

1. Install stacked blade in the 72-oz Pitcher. Place all ingredients in the pitcher in the order listed, then install the lid.
2. Select BLENDSENSE, and press START/STOP.
3. When processing is complete, remove the lid and stacked blade, then portion into bowls and garnish as desired.

Tip: If smoothie is too thick to pour through the spout, remove the lid and stacked blade, then pour into cups and serve.

Raspberry Lemon-Lime Extract (Single-Serve)

Prep: 5 Minutes | Container: 24-oz Single-Serve Cup | Makes: 1 Serving

Ingredients:

• 1 1/4 cups prepared lemonade
• 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 cup ice cubes
• 1 1/2 cups frozen raspberries

Directions:

1. Place all ingredients in the Single-Serve Cup in the order listed, then install the blade assembly.
2. Select BLENDSENSE, and press START/STOP.
3. Remove the blade from the cup after blending.

*Extract a drink containing vitamins and nutrients from fruits and vegetables.

Salsa & Dips

Chunky Salsa (72-oz. Pitcher)

Prep: 5 Minutes | Container: 72-oz Pitcher | Makes: 8-10 Servings

Ingredients:

• 3 Roma tomatoes, cored, cut in half
• 1/4 cup cilantro, stems removed
• 1/2 yellow pepper, seeded, cut in quarters
• 1/2 jalapeño pepper, seeded, ends cut off
• 1/2 red onion, peeled, cut in half, ends removed
• 1 can (28 ounces) whole peeled tomatoes, drained
• 3 cloves garlic, peeled
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 1 1/2 teaspoons cumin
• 1 1/2 tablespoons kosher salt
• Ground black pepper, as desired

Directions:

1. Install stacked blade into the 72-oz Pitcher. Place ingredients in the pitcher in the order listed, then install the lid.
2. Select MODE, MINCE, then press START/STOP. Once program is complete, press MINCE, and START/STOP again.
3. When processing is complete, remove the lid and stacked blade. Pour salsa into a large bowl and serve with tortilla chips.

Tip: If you prefer your salsa smoother, press PULSE until desired consistency is achieved.

Garlic White Bean Dip (72-oz. Pitcher - Manual Mode)

Prep: 5 Minutes | Container: 72-oz Pitcher | Makes: 2-4 Servings

Ingredients:

• 2 cans (15 ounces each) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
• 2-3 small cloves garlic, peeled
• 1/4 cup olive oil, plus additional for serving
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, stems removed
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1/4 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus additional, as desired
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper, plus additional, as desired

Directions:

1. Install stacked blade in the 72-oz Pitcher. Place all ingredients in the pitcher in the order listed, then install the lid.
2. Select MANUAL, turn dial to speed 8, press START/STOP, and blend for 60 seconds.
3. When blending is complete, remove the lid and stacked blade, then transfer dip to a serving bowl. Season with additional salt and pepper if needed and drizzle with olive oil if desired. Serve with chips, crackers, or vegetables.

Tip: For a stronger garlic flavor, use 3 garlic cloves.

Entrees

Turkey Veggie Meatballs (72-oz. Pitcher - Small Chop Mode)

Prep: 40 Minutes | Cook: 35 Minutes | Container: 72-oz Pitcher | Makes: 12-14 Meatballs

Ingredients:

• 1/2 white onion, peeled, ends trimmed, cut in half
• 6 ounces mushrooms (cremini or white)
• 2 cloves garlic, peeled
• 1 tablespoon dried oregano
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, stems removed
• 1 1/2 pounds ground turkey
• 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
• 1 large egg
• 1/2 cup bread crumbs
• Kosher salt, as desired
• Ground black pepper, as desired

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F and line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. Install stacked blade into the 72-oz Pitcher. Add onion, mushroom, garlic, dried oregano, and parsley to the pitcher in the order listed, then install the lid.
3. Select MODE, SMALL CHOP, then START/STOP. Once program is complete, press SMALL CHOP and START/STOP again.
4. When processing is complete, remove the lid and stacked blade from the pitcher. Empty the chopped vegetables into a large bowl and add the turkey, mayonnaise, egg, bread crumbs, kosher salt, and pepper. Combine ingredients with a large spoon or rubber spatula.
5. Portion the turkey mixture into 12-14 balls and place on prepared baking sheets.
6. Place baking sheets in the oven and cook for 35 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the meatballs reads 165°F.

Tip: For vegetarian meatballs, replace turkey with 1 1/2 pounds plant-based ground beef.