Color Palette:

1. Color Name: Soft Sage
   Hex Code: 
                            
                            #C9D8B6
                        
   Palette Description: A muted green shade reminiscent of fresh herbs and leafy vegetables.

2. Color Name: Creamy Beige
   Hex Code: 
                            
                            #EADDC0
                        
   Palette Description: A warm and gentle beige color resembling the color of creamy milk or butter.

3. Color Name: Rustic Orange
   Hex Code: 
                            
                            #D9824B
                        
   Palette Description: A subdued and earthy orange hue resembling the color of baked pumpkin or autumn leaves.

4. Color Name: Dusty Rose
   Hex Code: 
                            
                            #C38A8A
                        
   Palette Description: A muted and subtle pink tone that evokes the image of faded rose petals.

5. Color Name: Deep Plum
   Hex Code: 
                            
                            #5C395D
                        
   Palette Description: A rich and dark purple shade reminiscent of ripe plums or velvety purple flowers.

6. Color Name: Warm Grey
   Hex Code: 
                            
                            #9E9E9E
                        
   Palette Description: A neutral and comforting grey color with warm undertones, resembling the color of worn stones or cozy blankets.

This color palette offers a range of dimmed down colors suitable for an Excel spreadsheet related to food. The colors are carefully selected to provide a harmonious and visually pleasing palette while maintaining a subdued and muted appearance.