kick off your New Year with this recipe that is loaded with real and simple ingredients that combined are crunchy fabulous!

sweet green beans, summer tomatoes, fresh mozzarella and some toasted almonds make for a gorgeous meal on it’s own or paired with your favorite grains or proteins. so versatile to suit any dietary preferences

not super sweet despite the amount of sugar and such a lovely treat with AM coffee, ice cream, or a post-dinner sweet – buttery, super crunchy, and simple to make

the ideal side salad that will whisk you right back to summer. crunch, sweetness from the tomatoes, nuttiness of the almonds and a blend of balsamic vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper. simple and perfect!

could you eat green beans every day like me? fresh, local, and in-season are the best. haricot verts are a slim cousin and require even less prep. simple and delicious

who says you can’t eat what you want, eat well, and still enjoy tons of delicious foods and flavors when you decide (or it becomes necessary) to be gluten-free! make it vegetarian subbing sautéed tofu or adding chick peas to the salad.

packed with whole ingredients for a light breakfast, a satisfying nibble in the middle of the day, for pre- or post- workout fuel, or for a sweet treat after dinner.