Eating a Rainbow of Food

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Kid’s need variety in the foods they eat each day. Try serving a “Rainbow” of food. It’s easier than you think. Imagine the colors of the rainbow and then incorporate vegetables and fruits that match those colors. Fruits and vegetables help maintain a healthy weight, heart, skin, digestive system, and immune system.

Red -  Apples, Cherries, Strawberries, Watermelon, Red Potatoes, Tomatoes, Raspberries, Pomegranate, Beets, Guava, Red Bell Pepper

Orange -  Oranges, Peaches, Sweet Potatoes, Carrots, Pumpkin, Tangerines, Mango, Canteloupe, Apricots, Kumquats

Yellow -  Bananas, Summer Squash, Wax Beans, Pears

Green -  Avocado, Green Beans, Zucchini, Kiwi, Spinach, Celery, Asparagus, Brussel Sprouts, Green Bell Peppers, Cucumbers, Honey Dew Melon

Blue - Blueberries, Blackberries

Purple - Grapes, Eggplant, Blackberries, Plums, Figs, Raisins, Prunes, Purple Cabbage

White - Cauliflower, Potatoes, Pears, Onions