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Feed Your Glow

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

Glow Greek Salad with Creamy Lemon Dill Dressing

Glow Greek Salad with Creamy Lemon Dill Dressing

A fresh vibrant salad from Natalie’s kitchen — crisp vegetables, creamy lemon dill dressing, salty feta, and all the bright Mediterranean-inspired flavors that make healthy eating feel joyful instead of complicated.

This is the kind of salad that instantly makes you feel refreshed after eating it.

Crunchy cucumber. Sweet tomatoes. Creamy feta. Briny olives. Fresh dill. Tangy yogurt dressing.

Every bite feels bright, crisp, and satisfying.

I especially love this recipe because it’s hearty enough to stand on its own while still feeling incredibly fresh and light.

And paired with caramelized sweet potatoes? Honestly one of my favorite easy dinners lately.

Simple real ingredients layered together well always seem to create the most memorable meals.

Why We Love It

Cucumber

Naturally hydrating and refreshing while helping support healthy glowing skin from within.

Tomatoes

Rich in antioxidants like lycopene that help support overall skin health and radiance.

Greek Yogurt

Packed with protein and probiotics that help support the gut-skin connection while making the dressing creamy and satisfying.

Olive Oil + Feta

Healthy fats help nourish the skin barrier while adding richness and Mediterranean flavor.

Fresh Herbs + Garlic

Fresh dill, garlic, and lemon bring brightness, depth, and anti-inflammatory benefits to the dish.

Ingredients

Creamy Lemon Dill Dressing

  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • juice of 1 lemon
  • 1–2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill
  • sea salt
  • black pepper

Salad

  • 1 large cucumber
  • 2–3 ripe tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata olives
  • 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 orange bell pepper
  • 1–2 cups broccoli florets
  • 1/2–3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese

Optional:

  • drizzle extra virgin olive oil
  • extra fresh dill
  • grilled chicken
  • chickpeas

Directions

In a small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, lemon juice, garlic, dill, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy.

Refrigerate while preparing the salad so the flavors can settle together.

Wash and chop all vegetables.

Add the cucumber, tomatoes, olives, red onion, orange pepper, and broccoli to a large bowl.

Add half the feta and toss gently.

Pour over the dressing and toss until everything is evenly coated.

Top with the remaining feta and extra dill before serving.

For best flavor, let the salad rest in the refrigerator for about 10–15 minutes before serving.

Serving Suggestion

This salad is especially delicious served with caramelized baked sweet potatoes.

Simply halve sweet potatoes lengthwise, drizzle generously with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and roast cut-side down at 400 degrees for about 1 hour until deeply caramelized and soft.

The sweet potatoes pair beautifully with the tangy creamy salad and salty feta.

Glow Note

I love meals like this because they feel both nourishing and beautiful at the same time.

Bright colors. Fresh textures. Simple ingredients.

The kind of food that leaves you feeling energized, satisfied, and genuinely good afterward.

Love + Eat Well,
Natalie

Mom’s Ham Salad

Mom’s Ham Salad

A nostalgic family recipe from Natalie’s kitchen — creamy ham salad made with cleaner ingredients, crunchy pickles, fresh herbs, and all the comforting flavors of home.

Some recipes carry more than flavor.

They carry memories.

This ham salad is one of those recipes for me.

Growing up, my mom made versions of this constantly — simple lunches, summer picnics, quick dinners at the kitchen counter. It was one of those foods that always seemed to quietly appear in the fridge waiting for us.

Creamy. Tangy. Comforting. Familiar.

Over the years, I started updating it with ingredients that felt more aligned with the way we eat now — uncured ham, avocado oil mayo, better-quality mustard, fermented pickles.

Still nostalgic. Just a little fresher and cleaner.

And somehow my family still requests it constantly.

Which honestly feels like the best compliment.

Why We Love It

Protein-Rich + Satisfying

Ham and eggs make this incredibly filling while still feeling light enough for easy lunches and quick meals.

Cleaner Ingredients

Simple swaps like avocado oil mayo and uncured ham help modernize a nostalgic classic without losing the comforting flavor.

Easy Meal Prep

One of those recipes that tastes even better after sitting in the fridge awhile, making it perfect for busy weeks.

Nostalgic Comfort

The kind of familiar homemade food that reminds you simple meals are often the ones everyone remembers most.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups chopped uncured ham
  • 2 ribs organic celery
  • 1 small organic shallot
  • 1/2 cup chopped dill pickles
  • 2 pastured hard-boiled eggs
  • 1/2 cup avocado oil mayo
  • 1 heaping tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • splash pickle juice

Natalie’s favorites:

  • Bubbies pickles
  • Chosen Foods avocado oil mayo
  • Birdy’s Dijon mustard

Directions

Hard boil the eggs and allow them to cool completely.

Roughly chop the ham, celery, shallot, pickles, and eggs.

Add everything to a mini food processor and pulse until finely chopped but still slightly textured.

Transfer the mixture to a bowl and stir in the mayo, Dijon mustard, black pepper, and a splash of pickle juice.

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving so the flavors can settle together beautifully.

Serving Suggestions

  • spooned into lettuce wraps
  • layered onto toasted sourdough
  • served with gluten-free crackers
  • scooped over fresh greens
  • paired with crunchy raw vegetables

Glow Note

I love recipes like this because they remind me nourishment does not need to feel complicated or trendy.

Sometimes the best meals are simply updated versions of the foods we grew up loving most.

Comforting. Familiar. Made with care.

That’s always the kind of food I want to pass down.

Love + Eat Well,
Natalie

The Best Curried Tuna Salad

The Best Curried Tuna Salad

A flavorful protein-packed lunch from Natalie’s kitchen — creamy tuna salad layered with warming curry spices, crunchy vegetables, sweet raisins, and bright fresh herbs.

This is one of those recipes that surprises people every single time.

Because yes…it’s technically tuna salad.

But once you add curry, crunchy vegetables, fresh lemon, cilantro, and little bites of sweetness from raisins, it becomes something completely different.

Bright. Creamy. Savory. Slightly sweet. Packed with flavor.

It’s one of my favorite easy lunches because it comes together quickly, keeps well in the fridge, and somehow tastes even better after the flavors sit together awhile.

And honestly? We make this constantly.

Especially during busy weeks when I want something nourishing already waiting in the fridge.

Why We Love It

Tuna

A wonderful source of protein and healthy fats that help support energy, satiety, and overall nourishment.

Curry Powder

Warming spices rich in antioxidants that bring depth, flavor, and anti-inflammatory benefits.

Crunchy Fresh Vegetables

Celery, onion, and pepper add freshness, texture, and vibrant flavor to every bite.

Healthy Fats

Avocado oil mayo helps create that creamy comforting texture while supporting balanced nourishment.

Ingredients

  • 2 jars tuna, drained
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon curry powder
  • 1/4 cup red onion, diced
  • 1/4 cup celery, diced
  • 1/4 cup red bell pepper, diced
  • 1/4 cup raisins
  • squeeze fresh lemon juice
  • sea salt
  • black pepper
  • fresh cilantro

Natalie’s favorites:

  • pole-caught mercury-tested tuna
  • organic ingredients whenever possible
  • Chosen Foods avocado oil mayo

Directions

Add the drained tuna to a large mixing bowl.

Add the mayonnaise, curry powder, red onion, celery, red bell pepper, raisins, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.

Mix well until evenly combined.

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Before serving, top with fresh chopped cilantro.

Serving Ideas

  • spooned into lettuce wraps
  • layered onto sourdough toast
  • stuffed into wraps
  • scooped with crackers
  • over fresh greens
  • tucked into cucumbers or bell peppers

Glow Note

I love recipes like this because they prove healthy lunches do not need to feel boring or repetitive.

Big flavor. Simple ingredients. Minimal effort.

Exactly the kind of food that keeps nourishing easier during busy weeks.

Love + Eat Well,
Natalie

Mediterranean Mason Jar Salad

Mediterranean Mason Jar Salad

A fresh colorful meal-prep salad from Natalie’s kitchen — layered crunchy vegetables, chickpeas, olives, feta, and lemon oregano vinaigrette packed beautifully into a mason jar for easy nourishing meals all week long.

If you love meal prep but hate soggy salads…this one is for you.

We make these Mediterranean mason jar salads constantly because they stay crunchy, fresh, and delicious in the fridge for days.

And honestly? There’s just something satisfying about opening the fridge and seeing beautiful colorful jars already waiting for you.

Fresh cucumber. Juicy tomatoes. Crunchy peppers. Salty olives. Creamy feta.

All layered over a bright lemon oregano vinaigrette that slowly flavors everything perfectly while it sits.

We usually pour ours over a big bed of arugula and split it between the two of us for lunch or dinner.

Simple. Fresh. Nourishing. Easy.

Exactly the kind of meal prep I actually stick with.

Why We Love It

Colorful Vegetables

A beautiful variety of fresh vegetables helps support overall wellness and healthy glowing skin from within.

Chickpeas

Packed with fiber and plant protein to help keep meals balanced and satisfying.

Olive Oil

Healthy fats help nourish the skin barrier while bringing richness and Mediterranean flavor.

Meal Prep Friendly

One of the easiest ways to make nourishing meals feel effortless during busy weeks.

Ingredients

Salad

  • cucumber
  • cherry tomatoes
  • red, orange, or yellow bell pepper
  • red onion
  • chickpeas
  • Kalamata olives
  • feta cheese

Dressing

  • 1 small garlic clove, finely chopped
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
  • 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • squeeze fresh lemon juice
  • sea salt
  • black pepper

Optional:

  • arugula
  • grilled chicken
  • quinoa
  • fresh herbs

Directions

Add all dressing ingredients directly into the bottom of a mason jar.

Seal tightly and shake well until combined.

Layer in the vegetables starting with the sturdier ingredients first.

Add cucumber, tomatoes, peppers, onion, chickpeas, olives, and feta.

Seal tightly and refrigerate.

When ready to serve, shake the jar lightly and pour over arugula or greens if desired.

Meal Prep Tip

These jars stay fresh and crunchy in the refrigerator for about 4–5 days, making them perfect for busy weeks.

Glow Note

I love recipes like this because they make healthy eating feel approachable and beautiful instead of overwhelming.

Fresh ingredients. Bright colors. Ready when you are.

That’s my favorite kind of meal prep.

Love + Eat Well,
Natalie

Cold Sesame Soba Noodle Salad

Cold Sesame Soba Noodle Salad

A fresh, crunchy glow-food bowl from Natalie’s kitchen — chilled soba noodles tossed with sesame, ginger, crisp vegetables, and the kind of flavor that somehow gets even better the next day.

This is one of those recipes I start craving the second the weather begins warming up.

Cold noodles. Crisp vegetables. Bright lime. Creamy sesame dressing. A little heat from chili flakes.

Simple. Fresh. Satisfying.

I especially love making a big batch of this to keep in the fridge for easy lunches throughout the week.

Sometimes we eat it exactly as is. Other times I’ll add chilled shrimp or grilled chicken to make it more substantial.

The best recipes are usually the ones flexible enough to work with whatever you already have on hand.

And if you’ve never tried soba noodles before, this is such a good place to start.

They have this wonderful earthy flavor and soft chewy texture that pairs beautifully with crunchy vegetables and creamy sesame dressing.

Why We Love It

Soba Noodles

Made from buckwheat, soba noodles are naturally rich in fiber and plant compounds that support digestion, steady energy, and overall wellness.

Raw Vegetables

Fresh broccoli, cucumber, and carrots add crunch, color, antioxidants, and that fresh vibrant feeling we naturally crave this time of year.

Ginger + Garlic

A classic pairing that adds warmth, depth, and anti-inflammatory support while making the dressing incredibly flavorful.

Sesame + Tahini

Creamy, nutty, and deeply satisfying while bringing healthy fats that help make this salad feel like an actual meal instead of just a side dish.

Ingredients

  • 1 (9.5 ounce) package organic soba noodles
  • 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
  • 3 tablespoons coconut aminos or soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons tahini
  • 1 tablespoon peanut, almond, or cashew butter
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon grated ginger
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 teaspoons dried chili flakes
  • 1 cup chopped raw broccoli
  • 1 medium carrot, cut into matchsticks
  • 1 small cucumber, cut into matchsticks
  • fresh cilantro
  • green onion
  • sesame seeds
  • lime wedges

Optional additions:

  • grilled chicken
  • chilled shrimp
  • avocado
  • cabbage
  • edamame

Directions

Bring a large pot of water to a boil.

Add the soba noodles and cook until just tender, about 4 minutes. They should still have a slight chewiness.

Drain and rinse immediately under cold water, then toss lightly with a splash of sesame oil to prevent sticking.

In a medium bowl, whisk together the sesame oil, coconut aminos, rice vinegar, tahini, nut butter, maple syrup, ginger, garlic, and chili flakes until smooth.

Pour the dressing over the noodles and broccoli and toss well.

Divide into bowls and top with carrots, cucumber, cilantro, green onion, sesame seeds, and fresh lime wedges.

Squeeze lime over just before serving.

Best enjoyed chilled.

Glow Note

I love recipes like this because they make healthy eating feel easy instead of restrictive.

Fresh ingredients. Big flavor. Lots of texture.

And honestly…cold noodles straight from the fridge on a warm afternoon just always hit differently.

Love + Eat Well,
Natalie