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"Beauty does not need to be rushed" - Natalie

Feed Your Glow

Nourishing recipes, glow foods, and slower living inspiration from Natalie’s kitchen.

White Bean & Grilled Corn Summer Salad

White Bean & Grilled Corn Summer Salad

A Glow Food Side Dish for Backyard Gatherings

There is something about summer meals shared outdoors that feels different. The pace slows. The conversations linger. The table fills with simple dishes made from ingredients that are at their peak.

This White Bean & Grilled Corn Summer Salad is one of those recipes I find myself returning to all season long. It comes together quickly, can be made ahead, and pairs beautifully with everything from grass-fed hamburgers to grilled vegetables and fresh watermelon.

Most importantly, it is filled with what I like to call glow foods—whole, nutrient-dense ingredients that nourish from the inside out. Creamy white beans provide plant protein and fiber to support digestion and balanced blood sugar. Sweet summer corn offers antioxidants and natural sweetness, while fresh herbs, avocado, and extra virgin olive oil bring healthy fats and phytonutrients that help support radiant skin and overall wellness.

It’s the kind of dish that feels both comforting and fresh, proving that healthy food never has to be complicated.

Ingredients

  • 2 cans cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
  • 3 ears fresh corn, grilled and kernels removed
  • 1 ripe avocado, diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • ¼ cup red onion, finely diced
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh basil, sliced

Lemon-Lime Dressing

  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 small garlic clove, grated
  • Sea salt and freshly cracked pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Grill the corn until lightly charred and allow it to cool.
  2. Combine the beans, corn, avocado, tomatoes, onion, parsley, and basil in a large bowl.
  3. Whisk together the dressing ingredients.
  4. Pour over the salad and gently toss.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning as desired.
  6. Refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to come together.

Serves 6–8 as a side dish.

Easy Swaps

This recipe is wonderfully forgiving and easy to adapt with what you have on hand.

  • No cannellini beans? Use Great Northern or butter beans.
  • Add crumbled feta or goat cheese for extra richness.
  • Swap basil for fresh dill or cilantro.
  • Add diced cucumber for extra crunch.
  • Stir in arugula just before serving.
  • For additional protein, add grilled chicken or wild-caught salmon.

Why It’s Glow Food

At Love + Be Well, we believe beauty begins with nourishment.

White beans are rich in fiber and plant-based protein, helping support digestion, steady energy, and a healthy gut microbiome. Extra virgin olive oil provides beneficial polyphenols that help combat oxidative stress, while colorful vegetables and herbs contribute antioxidants that support healthy aging and glowing skin.

This simple salad delivers nourishment without feeling heavy—exactly the way summer eating should feel.

Here’s to cool evenings, full tables, and food that loves you back.

 

Gather, nourish, glow.

 

Love + Eat Well,

Natalie

raw carrot glow salad from the table

Raw Carrot Glow Salad

 Raw Carrot Glow Salad

Some of the most nourishing things we can do for ourselves are often the simplest.

A bowl of crisp carrots. Fresh citrus. Good olive oil. A quiet moment standing in the kitchen while sunlight comes through the windows.

This raw carrot salad has slowly become one of my favorite daily rituals lately — especially this time of year when I naturally start craving fresher, brighter foods again.

It’s crunchy, vibrant, lightly sweet, and deeply satisfying in that uncomplicated way real food tends to be.

No powders.
No complicated wellness rules.
Just ingredients that quietly support the body from the inside out.


Why We Love It

Carrots

Rich in beta-carotene, carrots gently support skin renewal, healthy glow, and overall skin resilience.

Apples

Natural pectin helps nourish the gut microbiome — something I’ve learned over the years often shows up directly in the skin.

Goji Berries

These little jewels bring vitamin C and antioxidants that help support collagen and protect against everyday stressors.

Walnuts

Healthy omega fats help nourish the skin barrier while adding richness and crunch.

Olive Oil + Citrus

Good fats and bright acidity help the body absorb nutrients beautifully while making everything taste fresh and alive.


Ingredients

Serves 1–2

  • 1–2 large organic carrots
  • 1/2 crisp apple, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons dried goji berries
  • small handful raw walnuts, roughly chopped
  • 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • juice of 1/2 lemon or lime
  • 1 teaspoon tangerine vinegar or rice vinegar
  • drizzle of raw honey
  • pinch of sea salt

Directions

Grate or ribbon the carrots into a bowl. I usually leave the peel on when using organic carrots for extra texture and nutrients.

Add the chopped apple, goji berries, and walnuts.

Drizzle with olive oil, citrus juice, vinegar, and honey, then toss gently until everything is lightly coated.

Let the salad sit for about 5–10 minutes before eating. The goji berries soften slightly, the apples release their juices, and the flavors settle together beautifully.

Best enjoyed fresh while everything is still crisp and vibrant.


Glow Note

I love this as a light lunch, an afternoon reset, or alongside grilled chicken or wild salmon for something more substantial.

One of those simple little meals that reminds me healthy eating does not need to feel complicated to feel beautiful.

Love + Eat Well,
Natalie

The Skincare Chef’s Go-To Breakfast

The Skincare Chef’s Go-To Breakfast

A simple glow-food breakfast from Natalie’s kitchen — creamy yogurt, almond butter, berries, apples, flax oil, and warming cinnamon layered together into one nourishing bowl.

This has quietly become one of my go-to breakfasts lately.

Simple. Fast. Nourishing. Balanced.

Exactly the kind of meal I crave in real everyday life.

Creamy grass-fed yogurt mixed with almond butter, cinnamon, vanilla, and flax oil creates the coziest rich base, while the fruit and coconut on top keep everything fresh and bright.

It feels a little indulgent while still being packed with ingredients that genuinely support your body beautifully from within.

And honestly? That’s always my favorite kind of breakfast.

Something that tastes good enough you actually look forward to eating it.

Why We Love It

Flax Seed Oil

Rich in omega fats that help support skin hydration, elasticity, and overall glow.

Grass-Fed Yogurt

Provides protein and probiotics that help support gut health and balanced energy.

Blueberries

Packed with antioxidants that help support healthy skin and protect against environmental stressors.

Cinnamon

Adds warmth and flavor while helping create a more balanced nourishing breakfast.

Healthy Fats + Fiber

A beautiful combination for helping you stay full, energized, and satisfied throughout the morning.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup grass-fed yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon almond butter
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon flax seed oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup

Toppings

  • chopped apples
  • blueberries
  • unsweetened coconut shreds
  • flax seeds

Directions

Add the yogurt, almond butter, cinnamon, flax seed oil, vanilla, and maple syrup to a bowl.

Mix until smooth and creamy.

Top with chopped apples, blueberries, coconut shreds, and flax seeds.

Serve immediately.

Glow Note

I love breakfasts like this because they feel both comforting and energizing at the same time.

Creamy. Cozy. Fresh. Nourishing.

A really beautiful way to start the day.

Love + Eat Well,
Natalie



Crunchy Roasted Chickpeas

Crunchy Roasted Chickpeas

 


Crunchy Roasted Chickpeas

There’s something so satisfying about foods with a little crunch.These roasted chickpeas started as one of those “use what’s in the pantry” kitchen moments and somehow became a staple around here.We make them constantly.Sometimes they end up scattered over salads in place of croutons. Other times we eat them warm straight from the pan standing at the counter before dinner is even ready.Simple food always seems to find its way back into regular rotation for a reason.Crispy. Salty. Comforting. Easy.The kind of recipe that quietly makes healthy eating feel effortless instead of complicated.


Why We Love It

Chickpeas

Rich in fiber and plant-based protein, chickpeas help keep you satisfied while supporting gut health and steady energy.

 

 

Garlic

Garlic brings warmth, flavor, and natural compounds that support overall wellness and inflammation balance.

 

 

Healthy Fats

Avocado oil or coconut oil helps everything roast beautifully while adding richness and nourishment.

 

 

Endless Variations

One of my favorite things about this recipe is how adaptable it is. Smoked paprika, rosemary, chili flakes, parmesan, curry powder — every batch can feel a little different.

Ingredients

  • 1 (15 oz) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 tablespoon avocado oil or coconut oil
  • 1 garlic clove, finely minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon Himalayan salt
Optional additions:
  • smoked paprika
  • black pepper
  • rosemary
  • chili flakes
  • garlic powder

Directions

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.Drain and rinse the chickpeas well, then gently pat dry with a clean towel. The drier they are, the crispier they become.Place the chickpeas in a bowl with the oil, garlic, and salt. Toss until evenly coated.Spread onto a parchment-lined baking sheet in a single layer.Bake for 30–45 minutes, shaking the pan occasionally. Every oven is a little different, so keep an eye on them toward the end — they can go from perfectly crunchy to overdone quickly.We usually take ours right to the edge for that deep golden crunch.

Glow Note

I love keeping a jar of these on the counter for easy snacking throughout the day.They make salads feel more special, soups feel heartier, and somehow turn even the simplest meal into something with a little extra comfort and texture.

 

Love + Eat Well,
Natalie