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rainbow carrots
Description
Rainbow carrots (Daucus carota subsp. sativus) are a colorful mixture of orange, purple, yellow, white, and red varieties, each providing a different phytonutrient profile. Orange carrots are rich in beta-carotene and alpha-carotene, purple carrots provide anthocyanins, yellow carrots contain lutein, and red carrots are notable for lycopene. Together, rainbow carrots provide a diverse mixture of carotenoids and polyphenols along with fiber, potassium, vitamin K1, and other nutrients. Their naturally sweet flavor and range of colors make them an easy way to increase phytonutrient diversity in both raw and cooked meals.