### Color Palette for Excel Table with Readable Black Text

#### Palette Description:
This palette is designed to provide a visually appealing contrast for black text in Excel tables. The colors are selected to ensure readability while adding a professional touch to the spreadsheet. Each color complements the black text, making data easy to read without sacrificing aesthetics.

1. **Soft Blue**
   - **Hex Code:** 
                            
                            #A1C6EA
                        
   - **Description:** A calming light blue that provides a gentle backdrop, reducing strain on the eyes while maintaining clarity for black text.

2. **Pale Green**
   - **Hex Code:** 
                            
                            #B7E3B4
                        
   - **Description:** A refreshing pale green that conveys a sense of growth and harmony, perfect for highlighting data without overwhelming the viewer.

3. **Light Gray**
   - **Hex Code:** 
                            
                            #D3D3D3
                        
   - **Description:** A neutral light gray that serves as an excellent base color, offering a subtle contrast that enhances text legibility.

4. **Peach**
   - **Hex Code:** 
                            
                            #F5CBA0
                        
   - **Description:** A soft peach tone that adds warmth to the table, ensuring that black text remains clear and easy to read against its gentle hue.

5. **Lavender**
   - **Hex Code:** 
                            
                            #E6E6FA
                        
   - **Description:** A light lavender shade that introduces a touch of elegance, providing a pleasant contrast to black text while remaining soft on the eyes.

6. **Cream**
   - **Hex Code:** 
                            
                            #FFFDD0
                        
   - **Description:** A warm cream color that gives a classic feel, ensuring that black text stands out effectively without creating harsh contrasts.

### Summary
This palette combines soft yet distinct colors that enhance readability and provide a professional look to any Excel table while ensuring that black text remains clear and legible.