Engaging with vibrant colors and indulging in sweets should be a priority this Holi; however, it is essential to prioritize your health. Ensure you "eat the rainbow" by incorporating a variety of colorful fruits and vegetables such as tomatoes, spinach, strawberries, and blueberries, into your meals. Whether you opt for a nutritious salad or a delightful and healthy parfait, there are numerous colorful ingredients to choose from. Therefore, do not limit yourself to traditional treats like gujhia, sweet dumplings, or thandai this Holi. Instead, explore rainbow recipes that complement the festive spirit of colors.

What are rainbow recipes?  

Rainbow recipes celebrate colorful dishes by featuring a diverse array of natural ingredients that reflect the hues of the rainbow. This means your meals will include foods in shades of red, orange, yellow, green, and blue. According to dietician Ramya B., "Rainbow recipes emphasize the use of fruits, vegetables, and whole foods that embody the colors of a rainbow, making meals not only visually appealing but also nutritionally beneficial." By incorporating a wide spectrum of colors into your diet, rainbow recipes help ensure you receive a variety of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that contribute to your overall well-being. So, why wait? Experiment with some rainbow recipes this Holi!

Rainbow Recipes: What Are the Health Advantages?  

11 Rainbow recipes for Holi

Try these rainbow recipes for Holi to add some more colour to the festival:

1. Rainbow salad bowl

Ingredients:

• ½ cup cherry tomatoes
• ½ cup carrots (shredded)
• ½ cup yellow bell pepper (diced)
• ½ cup spinach
• ½ cup purple cabbage (shredded)
• ½ avocado (sliced)
• 2 tablespoons of olive oil
• 1 tablespoon of lemon juice
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

• Arrange all the vegetables in a bowl in a rainbow pattern.
• Drizzle olive oil, lemon juice, salt and pepper.
• Toss and serve fresh after playing with colours.

2. Rainbow smoothie

Ingredients:

• ½ cup strawberries
• ½ cup mango
• ½ cup pineapple
• ½ cup spinach
• ½ cup blueberries
• ½ cup blackberries
• 1 cup of yoghurt or plant-based milk

Instructions:

• Blend each fruit separately with a little yoghurt or plant-based milk.
• Layer the blended mixtures in a glass in rainbow order.
• Serve chilled with a straw.

3. Rainbow veggie wrap

Ingredients:

• 1 whole wheat tortilla
• ¼ cup hummus
• ½ cup bell peppers (sliced)
• ¼ cup cabbage (shredded)
• ½ cup cucumber (sliced)
• ½ cup grated carrots

Instructions:

• Spread hummus on the tortilla.
• Arrange the vegetables in rows.
• Roll the wrap tightly and cut in half, then enjoy.

4. Rainbow quinoa bowl

Ingredients:

• 1 cup cooked quinoa
• ½ cup roasted beetroot
• ½ cup carrots
• ½ cup corn kernels
• ½ cup chopped kale
• ½ cup shredded cabbage
• 1 tablespoon of olive oil
• Lemon juice of one lemon
• Salt and pepper for taste

Instructions:

• To try this delicious rainbow recipe for Holi, arrange all the vegetables over the cooked quinoa in a bowl.
• Drizzle the dressing.
• Mix everything well, then serve.

5. Rainbow fruit skewers

Ingredients:

• 3 strawberries
• 3 mango cubes
• 3 pineapple chunks
• 3 kiwi slices
• 3 blueberries
• 3 grapes

Instructions:

• Thread the colourful fruits onto skewers in rainbow order.
• Serve it with yoghurt, which works well as a healthy dip.

6. Rainbow stir-fry

Ingredients:

• ½ cup red bell pepper (sliced)
• ½ cup carrots (julienned)
• ½ cup baby corn
• ½ cup broccoli florets
• ½ cup purple cabbage
• 2 tablespoons of soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon of olive oil
• 1 teaspoon of garlic (minced)
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

• Heat oil in a pan and sauté garlic.
• Add all the vegetables and stir-fry them for about 5 minutes.
• Add soy sauce, salt and pepper.
• Mix the ingredients well and serve.

7. Rainbow pasta salad

Ingredients:

• 2 cups cooked pasta
• ½ cup cherry tomatoes
• ½ cup bell peppers
• ½ cup spinach
• ½ cup olives
• ½ cup feta cheese
• 1 tablespoon of olive oil
• 1 teaspoon of vinegar
• Salt and pepper for taste

Instructions:

• Toss the pasta with vegetables and dressings like olive oil and vinegar.
• Add salt and pepper to I,t then serve chilled.

8. Rainbow sushi rolls

Ingredients:

• 1 cup sushi rice
• 1 nori sheet
• ½ cup avocado (sliced)
• ½ cup cucumber (julienned)
• ½ cup carrots (julienned)
• ½ cup red bell peppers (sliced)
• Soy sauce for dipping

Instructions:

• Spread sushi rice on the nori sheet.
• Layer the colourful vegetables and roll tightly.
• Slice and serve with soy sauce.

9. Rainbow oats bowl

Ingredients:

• ½ cup oats
• 1 cup milk
• ½ cup mixed fruits (strawberries, mango, kiwi, blueberries and grapes)

Instructions:

• Bring 1 cup of milk to a boil in a pan.
• Add the oats, reduce heat to medium, then cook for about 2 minutes.
• Remove the pan from heat, cover it up and wait for 5 minutes.
• Top it with colourful fruits.

10. Rainbow spring rolls

Ingredients:

• 4 rice paper sheets
• ½ cup red bell peppers
• ½ cup yellow bell peppers
• ½ cup cucumber (julienned)
• ½ cup shredded purple cabbage
• ½ cup carrots (julienned)

Instructions:

• Soak rice paper in water until it turns soft.
• Fill it up with vegetables, then roll it tightly.
• Enjoy this delicious recipe for Holi

11. Rainbow Parfait

Ingredients:

• 1 cup of Greek yoghurt
• ½ cup strawberries
• ½ cup pineapple
• ½ cup kiwi
• ½ cup blueberries
• ½ cup granola

Instructions:

• Layer yoghurt, fruits, and granola.
• Repeat the layers till your glass fills up with colourful ingredients.
• Serve it chilled.

You can enjoy some rainbow recipes for Holi. All you need are colourful ingredients to make wraps, salads and stir-fries.

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