Fresh is Best

The SNAP-Ed Assistant in Fleming County collaborates with the local Save-A-Lot grocery store at least six times a year to set up an educational display, share food samples and recipes. The assistant tries to always prepare a recipe so the items can be purchased at the Save-A-Lot store, and suggests buying fresh produce whenever possible.

It was during one of these collaborations that a food safety display along with the “Summer Fruit Salad” recipe from the Healthy Choices for Every Body curriculum was prepared and served.

Being located in front of the fresh fruits and vegetables counter was key in the success that the NEP Assistant requested for the exhibit.

Many customers along with the store employees enjoyed viewing the display as well as enjoying the food sample.

The assistant explained that with just three simple ingredients and a small amount of prep time you can make an inexpensive yet delicious and nutritious dessert or snack and gave each person one of the recipes to take home.

Since this time one of the cashiers at the store has told the NEP Assistant that she has made the “Summer Fruit Salad” on several occasions. Always when she takes it to an event others who are there want the recipe and request that she bring it to the next gathering. She said she doesn’t mind since the ingredients are so readily available and it is so simple to prepare.

Submitted By: Barbara Campbell SNAP-Ed assistant Fleming Co. Ky.