Smoothie Workshop

This resource contains 3 separate sections including a power point presentation, presenter guide for a group workshop, and a take home handout for clients.  

Presentation 

Designed with a general audience in mind, this presentation dives into everything smoothie related.  Often, smoothies are offered as a practical way to increase produce and nutrient intake. This resource provides specific, practical recommendations for how to build a delicious balanced meal or snack.

• Section 1: Health
• Section 2: Practicality
• Section 3: Nutrition Education
• Section 4: How To Build a Great Smoothie
• Section 5: Tips and Tricks

Section 1 reviews typical produce intake in the US and how that compares to recommendations.  Goes over importance of eating regularly throughout the day, feeding picky eaters, impact of nutrition on sleep, and fiber goals.

Section 2 discusses how smoothies can be used conveniently. Specific details on how to meal prep and reduce food waste.

Section 3 provides an overview of macronutrients, how they are digested and how they can be incorporated.

Section 4 is a step-by-step guide on how create your own recipes at home and get the most appealing texture.  Outlines the order in which ingredients should be added, how to make it appetizing and visually appealing.

Section 4 highlights how to clean blenders and accessories as well as how to reduce noise, making it simpler to add into any routine.

Total presentation time is around 1 hour, which allows for questions and some group discussion.  In practice, can be done solo or paired with a practical demonstration and included group activity.

Workshop

This workshop activity allows participants to try out what they learned in the presentation. By offering a buffet of different ingredients, they can experiment with combinations they are curious about without having to purchase everything individually. Allow 1 hour (may vary depending on number of participants and equipment available). Includes:

• Directions for Presenter
• Supply List 
• Ingregredient List 
• Demonstration Recipe

Handout

The key take home lessons of the PowerPoint are conveniently formatted into this 4 page handout for clients.  It includes instructions on how to assemble their smoothie as well as ingredient suggestions for each component.  Tips and tricks on how to make the final product beautiful along with 4 recipes.