Getting kids to eat their vegetables has been a daily struggle for parents and teachers since the dawn of time. We get it. Broccoli looks like a tree and brussel sprouts smell kind of funny. But what if students could no longer see their dreaded vegetable foes?

Our partners at Robot Coupe have the perfect solution to this problem facing schools across the country, and it is just sneaky enough to work. What is it? Juice.

Over the past decade, the juice and smoothie craze has blown up. New shops have popped up all over the place, and existing delis and restaurants have expanded their menus to fit the trend. Because of this juice and smoothies are not new to kids. They are familiar and delicious. Plus, with the number of recipes that currently exist out there it is easy to find the right vegetable and fruit combinations for every palate - even for the pickiest of eaters.

Why incorporate juicers into your school's lunchtime procedures?

First of all, we do not advise substituting raw fruit and vegetables for juice, but rather offering both as nutritious menu options. In fact, if your current lunch service leads to too many wasted fruits and vegetables, why not allocate half of those to making juice instead? There is no need for spending money on additional produce.

Juice is full of nutrients and water, making it an excellent beverage option for students of all ages, and it is one of the easiest additions to bring to the table. Using Robot Coupe's automatic juice extractor machines, you will be able to process high volumes of juice quickly and effortlessly. Place the desired fruit or vegetable in the feed tube, and the machine does the rest–no need for a pusher! The ease of the machine frees up your time to multitask on other pressing prep work, ensuring the addition of a juicer does not leave everyone stressed at the end of a lunch shift. 

To make the addition of an automatic juicer even sweeter (pun intended) the new, powerful motor keeps noise levels low and stops juice from oxidizing too quickly. This process produces smooth and flavorful juice that can sit for longer periods of time. That means your beverages will stay fresh throughout an entire lunch period, minimizing waste and maximizing nutrition.

For those for whom space is an issue, the vertical design of the juice extractor optimizes space and allows even the smallest of kitchens to find a spot for juicing.

Overall, Robot Coupe's automatic juice extractor machines will help your school's kitchen minimize waste, increase efficiency and combat the dreaded student war on vegetables, leading to healthier and happier students, staff, and parents. Shop our selection of Robot Coupe's products.