health-conscious eating has become an increasing concern and priority for the people of rio, and in line with this growing sensibility there is a wide array of exceptionally healthy eateries across the city - salad bars and restaurants abound across the city, with a wide array of different healthy and interesting toppings to spice up traditional bases.

in late 2014, the brazilian government released dietary recommendations to improve awareness about the best culinary practices - many of these centred on avoiding highly processed foods, and increasing the consumption of fresh fruit and vegetables.

nowhere have these guidelines been more fervently adopted than in the city of rio, where culinary conscientiousness has led to a great increase in the consumption of fresh and organic - the following are some of the places one can go find some delicious salads - kilo places typically have a great selection of salad options as well.