Ninja Food Chopper Express Chop Cookbook

Ingredients

• 1½ cups ripe tomatoes, seeded and chopped into 1 in pieces
• ¼ cup white onion, chopped
• 1 small jalapeño, seeded and chopped
• ¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves
• 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
• ½ tsp kosher salt
• ¼ tsp ground cumin
• 1 small garlic clove, chopped

Method

1. 1Place the Ninja Food Chopper Express Chop bowl on a clean, dry, flat countertop and keep the appliance unplugged during assembly.
2. 2Insert the blade assembly carefully, holding it away from the cutting edges.
3. 3Add the onion, jalapeño, garlic, cilantro, lime juice, salt, and cumin to the 16 oz bowl.
4. 4Secure the power pod, plug in after assembly, and pulse 3 to 5 times until finely chopped.
5. 5Unplug, open the bowl, add the tomatoes, and scrape down the sides with a small spatula.
6. 6Reassemble and pulse 2 to 4 times, stopping while the salsa is still chunky and spoonable.
7. 7Unplug before opening, carefully remove the blade, and transfer the salsa to a serving bowl.
8. 8Chill for 10 min if desired, then stir before serving. Wash and dry the removable food-contact parts after use.

Ingredients

• 1½ cups Roma tomatoes, seeded and cut into 1 in pieces
• ⅓ cup white onion, chopped
• ¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves
• 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
• ½ tsp kosher salt
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• ½ small jalapeño, seeded and chopped
• 1 tsp extra-virgin olive oil

Method

1. 1Set the Ninja chopper bowl on a dry, stable countertop and keep the appliance unplugged.
2. 2Insert the blade assembly carefully, keeping fingers away from the sharp edges.
3. 3Add onion, cilantro, jalapeño, lime juice, salt, pepper, and olive oil to the bowl.
4. 4Secure the power pod, plug in after assembly, and pulse 4 to 6 times until the onion is finely minced.
5. 5Unplug, open the bowl, add the tomatoes, and scrape down the sides if needed.
6. 6Pulse 2 to 3 times more for a chunky pico texture, stopping before the tomatoes become watery.
7. 7Unplug before opening, remove the blade carefully, and spoon the pico into a serving dish.
8. 8Let stand for 5 min so the salt and lime can season the vegetables. Clean and dry the chopper parts after use.

Ingredients

• 1 cup thawed roasted corn kernels, cooled
• ¾ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• ¼ cup red onion, chopped
• 2 tbsp fresh cilantro leaves
• 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
• 1 tsp honey
• ½ tsp kosher salt
• ¼ tsp smoked paprika

Method

1. 1Place the Ninja Food Chopper Express Chop bowl on a clean, dry countertop and leave the appliance unplugged.
2. 2Insert the blade assembly carefully by the center post.
3. 3Add the red onion, cilantro, lime juice, honey, salt, and smoked paprika to the 16 oz bowl.
4. 4Secure the power pod, plug in after assembly, and pulse 3 to 5 times until the onion is finely chopped.
5. 5Unplug, open the bowl, add the cooled roasted corn and tomatoes, and scrape down the sides.
6. 6Pulse 2 to 4 times until the relish is chunky and evenly combined.
7. 7Unplug before opening, remove the blade carefully, and transfer to a serving bowl.
8. 8Chill promptly if not serving right away. Wash the bowl and blade after use, then dry fully.

Ingredients

• 1¼ cups fresh pineapple, cut into ¾ in pieces
• ¼ cup red bell pepper, chopped
• 2 tbsp red onion, chopped
• 1 small jalapeño, seeded and chopped
• 2 tbsp fresh cilantro leaves
• 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
• ¼ tsp kosher salt
• ⅛ tsp chili powder

Method

1. 1Set the Ninja chopper bowl on a dry, flat countertop and keep the appliance unplugged while assembling.
2. 2Insert the blade assembly carefully, avoiding the cutting edges.
3. 3Add red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, salt, and chili powder to the bowl.
4. 4Secure the power pod, plug in after assembly, and pulse 3 to 5 times until minced.
5. 5Unplug, open the bowl, add pineapple and red bell pepper, and scrape down the sides.
6. 6Pulse 2 to 4 times until the salsa is chunky, bright, and spoonable.
7. 7Unplug before opening, remove the blade carefully, and transfer to a bowl.
8. 8Serve cold or chill for 15 min. Wash and dry all removable food-contact parts after use.

Ingredients

• 1 ripe avocado, pitted, peeled, and cut into ¾ in pieces
• 1 cup Roma tomatoes, seeded and chopped
• ¼ cup red onion, chopped
• 2 tbsp fresh cilantro leaves
• 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
• ½ tsp kosher salt
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp extra-virgin olive oil

Method

1. 1Place the Ninja Food Chopper Express Chop bowl on a clean, dry countertop and keep it unplugged.
2. 2Insert the blade assembly carefully, handling it by the center post.
3. 3Add red onion, cilantro, lime juice, salt, pepper, and olive oil to the 16 oz bowl.
4. 4Secure the power pod, plug in after assembly, and pulse 3 to 5 times until finely chopped.
5. 5Unplug, open the bowl, add the tomatoes and avocado, and scrape down the sides.
6. 6Pulse 1 to 3 times only, stopping while the avocado remains chunky.
7. 7Unplug before opening, remove the blade carefully, and transfer the salsa to a bowl.
8. 8Serve soon after mixing, or press plastic wrap against the surface and chill briefly. Clean and dry the chopper parts.

Ingredients

• 1½ cups English cucumber, seeded and cut into ¾ in pieces
• ¼ cup red onion, chopped
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley leaves
• 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
• 1 tsp rice vinegar
• ½ tsp kosher salt
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• ¼ tsp sugar

Method

1. 1Set the Ninja chopper bowl on a clean, dry, stable countertop and leave the appliance unplugged.
2. 2Insert the blade assembly carefully without touching the cutting edges.
3. 3Add red onion, parsley, lime juice, rice vinegar, salt, pepper, and sugar to the bowl.
4. 4Secure the power pod, plug in after assembly, and pulse 3 to 5 times until finely chopped.
5. 5Unplug, open the bowl, add the cucumber pieces, and scrape down the sides.
6. 6Pulse 2 to 4 times until the cucumber is chopped but still crisp.
7. 7Unplug before opening, remove the blade carefully, and transfer the relish to a small bowl.
8. 8Let stand for 5 min, then drain extra liquid if needed before serving. Wash and dry the removable parts.

Ingredients

• 1¼ cups ripe mango, peeled and cut into ¾ in pieces
• ½ cup red bell pepper, chopped
• ¼ cup red onion, chopped
• 2 tbsp fresh cilantro leaves
• 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
• ½ tsp kosher salt
• ⅛ tsp cayenne pepper
• 1 tsp honey

Method

1. 1Place the Ninja Food Chopper Express Chop bowl on a clean, dry countertop and keep the appliance unplugged.
2. 2Insert the blade assembly carefully, using the center post for control.
3. 3Add red onion, cilantro, lime juice, salt, cayenne, and honey to the bowl.
4. 4Secure the power pod, plug in after assembly, and pulse 3 to 5 times until minced.
5. 5Unplug, open the bowl, add mango and red bell pepper, and scrape down the sides.
6. 6Pulse 2 to 4 times until the salsa is chunky and evenly mixed.
7. 7Unplug before opening, carefully remove the blade, and spoon the salsa into a serving bowl.
8. 8Chill for 10 min before serving if desired. Clean, dry, and store the chopper safely.

Ingredients

• ¾ cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained
• ¾ cup thawed corn kernels
• ½ cup Roma tomatoes, seeded and chopped
• ¼ cup red onion, chopped
• 2 tbsp fresh cilantro leaves
• 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
• ½ tsp kosher salt
• ¼ tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp olive oil

Method

1. 1Set the Ninja chopper bowl on a clean, dry, flat countertop and keep the appliance unplugged.
2. 2Insert the blade assembly carefully, keeping hands away from the cutting edges.
3. 3Add red onion, cilantro, lime juice, salt, cumin, and olive oil to the 16 oz bowl.
4. 4Secure the power pod, plug in after assembly, and pulse 3 to 5 times until finely chopped.
5. 5Unplug, open the bowl, add tomatoes, black beans, and corn, and scrape down the sides.
6. 6Pulse 2 to 3 times until lightly chopped and combined, stopping before the beans become mashed.
7. 7Unplug before opening, remove the blade carefully, and transfer the salsa to a bowl.
8. 8Chill promptly if making ahead. Wash and dry the bowl and blade after use.

Ingredients

• 1 cup ripe peach, pitted and cut into ¾ in pieces
• ¾ cup Roma tomatoes, seeded and chopped
• ¼ cup sweet onion, chopped
• 1 tbsp fresh basil leaves
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 1 tsp honey
• ½ tsp kosher salt
• ¼ tsp black pepper

Method

1. 1Place the Ninja Food Chopper Express Chop bowl on a dry, stable countertop and leave the appliance unplugged.
2. 2Insert the blade assembly carefully by the center post.
3. 3Add sweet onion, basil, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper to the bowl.
4. 4Secure the power pod, plug in after assembly, and pulse 3 to 5 times until finely chopped.
5. 5Unplug, open the bowl, add the peach and tomatoes, and scrape down the sides.
6. 6Pulse 2 to 4 times until the relish is chunky and spoonable.
7. 7Unplug before opening, remove the blade carefully, and transfer the relish to a serving bowl.
8. 8Serve promptly or chill within 2 hours. Wash and dry all removable food-contact parts after use.

Ingredients

• ¾ cup pitted Kalamata olives, drained
• ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 2 tbsp sun-dried tomatoes in oil, drained and chopped
• 1 tbsp capers, drained
• 1 small garlic clove, chopped
• 1 tbsp fresh parsley leaves
• 1 tsp lemon juice
• 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
• ⅛ tsp black pepper

Method

1. 1Set the Ninja chopper bowl on a clean, dry countertop and keep the appliance unplugged during assembly.
2. 2Insert the blade assembly carefully, keeping fingers away from the cutting edges.
3. 3Add olives, sun-dried tomatoes, capers, garlic, parsley, lemon juice, olive oil, and black pepper to the 16 oz bowl.
4. 4Secure the power pod, plug in after assembly, and pulse 4 to 7 times until coarsely chopped.
5. 5Unplug, open the bowl, add the cherry tomatoes, and scrape down the sides.
6. 6Pulse 1 to 3 times more until the tapenade is chunky and spreadable, not smooth.
7. 7Unplug before opening, carefully remove the blade, and transfer the tapenade to a small bowl.
8. 8Chill until ready to serve. Wash and dry the chopper bowl and blade after use.