Have you heard that you should eat the colors of the rainbow every day?  The rich deep colors in vegetables and fruits come with protective phytonutrients that have different protective effects, including being antioxidant, cancer-fighting, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antifungal, and antiviral.  The deeper the color, the stronger the effects. By eating a wide variety of red, orange, yellow, white, green, blue and purple vegetables and fruits each day, you are getting the full array of protective benefits of these plant compounds. 

This year-round salad is full of beautiful colors. It’s so pretty and delicious, you may forget how good it is for you!  You can add a protein to make it a delicious meal salad too.