Natural Living

01/28/2026

Burrata & Avocado Toasts with Hot Honey Drizzle
Ingredients

4 slices sourdough or rustic bread, toasted

2 ripe avocados

1 large burrata ball, torn into pieces

2 tbsp olive oil

1 tbsp fresh lemon juice

Salt & black pepper, to taste

Hot Honey Drizzle:

3 tbsp honey

1/2 tsp chili flakes (adjust to heat preference)

1/2 tsp apple cider vinegar or lemon juice

Optional Toppings:

Fresh basil or thyme

Crushed pistachios or walnuts

Extra chili flakes

Directions

Toast the bread slices until golden and crisp.

In a bowl, mash avocados with olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until creamy but slightly chunky.

Spread avocado mixture generously over each toast.

Tear burrata into pieces and place on top of the avocado.

Warm honey gently and stir in chili flakes and vinegar to create the hot honey drizzle.

Drizzle hot honey over each toast.

Finish with optional herbs, nuts, or extra chili flakes. Serve immediately.

Nutritional Info (per serving, serves 4)

Calories: 420 kcal

Protein: 12 g

Fat: 26 g

Carbohydrates: 36 g

Fiber: 7 g

01/28/2026

Mediterranean Mezze Table with Creamy Feta & Tapenades
Ingredients

For the Creamy Feta

1 cup feta cheese, crumbled

½ cup Greek yogurt

1 tbsp olive oil

1 tbsp lemon juice

1 small garlic clove, grated

Black pepper to taste

For the Olive Tapenade

1 cup Kalamata olives, pitted

1 tbsp capers, rinsed

1 small garlic clove

2 tbsp olive oil

1 tsp lemon juice

For the Sun-Dried Tomato Tapenade

¾ cup sun-dried tomatoes (oil-packed, drained)

1 small garlic clove

2 tbsp olive oil

1 tsp balsamic vinegar or lemon juice

For the Mezze Table

Pita bread or flatbread

Crackers or crostini

Cucumber slices

Cherry tomatoes

Roasted red peppers

Fresh herbs (parsley, dill, or basil)

Directions

Prepare the creamy feta by blending feta, Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and black pepper until smooth and whipped. Transfer to a serving bowl.

Make the olive tapenade by pulsing olives, capers, garlic, olive oil, and lemon juice in a food processor until finely chopped but not puréed.

For the sun-dried tomato tapenade, blend sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, and balsamic vinegar until thick and spreadable.

Arrange creamy feta and both tapenades on a large board or platter.

Fill in with pita, crackers, fresh vegetables, roasted peppers, and herbs. Serve at room temperature.

Nutritional Info (Approx. per serving – serves 4)

Calories: 360 kcal

Protein: 10 g

Carbohydrates: 18 g

Fat: 26 g

Fiber: 4 g

Sugar: 4 g

01/28/2026

Kristin Nicole

Mediterranean Mezze Table with Creamy Feta & Tapenades
Ingredients

For the Creamy Feta

1 cup feta cheese, crumbled

½ cup Greek yogurt

1 tbsp olive oil

1 tbsp lemon juice

1 small garlic clove, grated

Black pepper to taste

For the Olive Tapenade

1 cup Kalamata olives, pitted

1 tbsp capers, rinsed

1 small garlic clove

2 tbsp olive oil

1 tsp lemon juice

For the Sun-Dried Tomato Tapenade

¾ cup sun-dried tomatoes (oil-packed, drained)

1 small garlic clove

2 tbsp olive oil

1 tsp balsamic vinegar or lemon juice

For the Mezze Table

Pita bread or flatbread

Crackers or crostini

Cucumber slices

Cherry tomatoes

Roasted red peppers

Fresh herbs (parsley, dill, or basil)

Directions

Prepare the creamy feta by blending feta, Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and black pepper until smooth and whipped. Transfer to a serving bowl.

Make the olive tapenade by pulsing olives, capers, garlic, olive oil, and lemon juice in a food processor until finely chopped but not puréed.

For the sun-dried tomato tapenade, blend sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, and balsamic vinegar until thick and spreadable.

Arrange creamy feta and both tapenades on a large board or platter.

Fill in with pita, crackers, fresh vegetables, roasted peppers, and herbs. Serve at room temperature.

Nutritional Info (Approx. per serving – serves 4)

Calories: 360 kcal

Protein: 10 g

Carbohydrates: 18 g

Fat: 26 g

Fiber: 4 g

Sugar: 4 g

01/28/2026

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01/28/2026

Build a Habitat Tripod That Feeds Birds & Pollinators All Year! 🐝
Designed with native U.S. plants and wildlife in mind, this habitat tripod uses vertical space to provide food, shelter, and perching in a compact footprint. It is well suited for Zones 4–9 when planted with regionally native species.
Key Features:
• 🌿 Climbing natives — provide nectar and structure for hummingbirds and insects.
• 🌸 Mid-height perennials — supply pollen, nectar, and seeds through the seasons.
• 🌾 Native grasses at the base — offer cover and seed for small birds.
• 🪵 Simple wooden tripod — creates vertical habitat without crowding plants.
• 🍂 Seasonal succession — ensures food availability from spring through fall.
A single vertical structure can support wildlife at multiple levels all year long. ✨ Support our local ecosystem!

01/28/2026

01/28/2026

This comforting, flavorful dal melds simple ingredients with fragrant spices.

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01/28/2026

CALENDULA (Calendula officinalis)

Calendula is a bright flowering annual herb known for its vibrant orange and yellow blossoms. It thrives in sunny gardens and temperate climates. Traditionally valued for its flowers, calendula has long been included in herbal preparations and gentle daily wellness routines.

Parts Used and Traditional Applications

Flowers:
• Traditionally infused into oils and salves
• Included in teas and tinctures
• Commonly used in topical herbal preparations
• Valued for its gentle and soothing nature in traditional formulations

Forms:
• Fresh or dried flowers
• Tea
• Tincture
• Infused oil
• Salve
• Powder

Facts:
• Member of the daisy family (Asteraceae)
• Flowers open with the sun and close in the evening
• Bright petals range from deep orange to golden yellow
• Long history of use in European folk herbalism
• Often grown in herb and cottage gardens

Native Range:
Southern Europe and the Mediterranean region

⚠️ Always do your research before introducing into your diet, especially if you have any underlying or pre-existing conditions, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or are taking medications.

01/28/2026

A cozy, mineral-rich finishing salt infused with rosemary, sage, and thyme—made for slow winter cooking and hearty meals by the hearth.

Sprinkle it on roasted roots, stews, or warm bread to add depth, aroma, and a little digestive support to the season.

Herbs at La Vie Tea

01/28/2026