Yes, and I think it's just so nice to bring attention to a story like this. I had seen the video on a youtube short and loved that the news actually covered it.
She's married so why care if she wants more. As long as she has a husband they're good. She's not complaining lol. Both of my grandmas had 7-8 each and they never complained
I was about to say something slick like "if you have the money, go for it." But really, you could do a smaller version of this too. It won't be as aesthetic and pretty, but you can salad prep 10+ tupperware containers and keep them in the fridge at all times too. There are ways to make this idea work for most tax brackets honestly so good for her.
I do this on a scale for one person. Lol. I prep stuff Sunday evening and Thursday morning so it's fresh. Weekly selection varies. It saves me time and I eat better.
This family went a little out of the way for it but they're making it a regular habit. If you're still interested but on a smaller scale, you can purchase these condiment containers online and store them for easy access in the fridge! They're similar to what barkeepers use for the lemons and limes. Couple packs of those, a pack of tongs, easy peasy and not super expensive (unless you're Gucci and buy organic lol). Or, you could purchase a couple of salad choppers with the bins attached, they dice everything into one container and you just add dressing!
Im glad that she was honest and realized that she needed to make a change. some of us are to stubborn to make those changes, or deny that there is an issue. much respect!
Children are often skeptical of combined meals because it has ingredients that they don’t know about, but with a salad bar, they trust their food more because they controlled all the ingredients. That way, they learn to eat vegetables.
I did this small scale for my kuds in the 70's. A large rectangle tupperware container, full of cleaned and cut veggies, pickles, olives, etc. Each in its own section. Kids want food now. Not later. No one likes to wait. So grab and go veggies works. A dip and a drink and its done. I did the same with meats and cheeses, and then added fruits in a large basket on the counter. Start with what you have and use what you like and whats manageable. Lol. My kids also ate as they walked through the garden,tomatoes, carrots, peas, cukes. They learned to love veggies.
@@sdowdy9965 exactly what I said. Every video of families making food is Twinkies, potato chips, basically all processed foods. Why are you so upset about what I said? It must hit home if you feel so insulted about food.
I love the practice of getting the kids to help with the food prep. Once you have them more or less trained as sous chefs, it cuts down on prep time, increases family activities, promotes a healthy relationship wih food and important self sufficient life skills. It also nurtures their self worth and confidence. They will also treasure those memories for a lifetime and pass he traditions down to their own children.
I am so happy that she was able to do this. For years I’ve said if I buy a new house I would love a restaurant style salad bar. I wish my current house had the space. I’ll try the plastic containers in the fridge for now.
I love wide mouth quart and pint mason jars and the plastic lids for produce prep. They’re easy to find in many stores, easy to clean, and they’re pretty tough. I bought Rubbermaid Brilliance glass containers last year and they’re truly fantastic but I still use my mason jars, too. We live in a tiny home with a tiny fridge so I know the jars would work in a regular sized fridge. HTH.
Dang, I want some broccoli 🥦 now 😂😂😂. SOOOO smart 🤓 and true.....kids and grown-ups tend to eat with their eyes. The Presentation is Beautiful 😍. I'd eat healthy 24/7 if I lived there. YUM 😋.
Love this idea! When I was a kid we had a salad bar one day a year at school and everyone loved it! I didn’t even like vegetables back then but I loved how much choice I had at the salad bar!
That’s awesome she’s working on redirecting those habits at a young age. I moved to the US at 7yo from Spain and my eating habits I learned there while growing up have affected me negatively for life.
I love that the kids are making their own salads. I don't have kids but I imagine thats at least a little bit of parental relief, not having to decide or customize ingredients for each person. Plus, they get to practice healthy decision making around food! Love this
😳 🏆 oh wow! What a genius! She put vegetables on her countertop in different compartments!!! This is the best invention ever!!! The internet is no longer the greatest invention! It's this "salad bar" that's the best.
I’d place bets that this was “viral” due to her skin color. If it was a white mom, it wouldn’t make news. Gotta put those people on a pedestal for doing the least I guess.
I have just started cutting veggies, putting them in containers, and leaving them at the front of my fridge. When I open the fridge to get a snack, I see the veggies ready to go and am much more likely to grab them! Only takes about 10 minutes every 3ish days to prep.
she said she spends $100 a week. Which is expensive, there are so many other ways to introduce health foods but on a lower budget. she does it for show.
Great idea! I've started doing a mini version of this for myself but it does work and you can mix and match salad toppings with different meals like tacos, stir fry, and sheet pan meals.
