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Celebrate Juneteenth with Red Foods!

Hibiscus Tea
Red hibiscus tea is a traditional West African beverage
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The color red is important for Juneteenth as it signifies resilience and respect to West African ancestors. So add some red foods to your menu as you plan your celebration!

  • Strawberries and raspberries—add to lemonade, use in fresh salads, or a tasty pie.
  • Red cabbage—Add the crunchy color to any cabbage slaw or leafy green salad with a red wine vinaigrette.
  • Beets—Pickled beets are a tasty side dish with a little zing!
  • Red beans—Add to a three-bean salad or use in red beans and rice.

Source: https://cfaes.osu.edu/news/articles/chow-line-healthy-red-food-options-for-juneteenth