Crispy bacon, juicy Brussels sprouts, hearty kale, and sweet cranberries come together in this delicious Bacon Brussels Sprouts Kale Salad. Finished with grated Parmesan cheese and sliced almonds, this salad is savory and nourishing and works well for any meal.

Ingredients: 4 cups Brussels sprouts, trimmed and thinly sliced. 4 cups kale leaves, stems removed and chopped. 8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled. 1/2 cup dried cranberries. 1/4 cup sliced almonds. 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese. Salt and black pepper to taste.

Instructions: Add the chopped kale and the sliced Brussels sprouts to a big bowl. Add the sliced almonds, grated Parmesan cheese, dried cranberries, and crumbled bacon. To taste, add more salt and black pepper to the salad. Stir everything until thoroughly mixed. Serve right away as a satisfying light meal or as a tasty and healthy side dish. Have fun!

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

This Cherry Almond Coconut Quinoa Porridge is a hearty and healthy way to start the day. After cooking the quinoa in coconut milk that is smooth and sweetened with maple syrup, dried cherries and sliced almonds are added to make it taste great. It's a tasty and easy to make vegan breakfast that will fill you up.

Ingredients: 1 cup quinoa. 2 cups coconut milk. 1 cup water. 1/2 cup dried cherries. 1/4 cup sliced almonds. 2 tablespoons maple syrup. 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract. Pinch of salt. Optional: shredded coconut for topping.

Instructions: Rinse the quinoa under cold water until the water runs clear. In a saucepan, combine the rinsed quinoa, coconut milk, water, dried cherries, sliced almonds, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15-20 minutes, or until the quinoa is cooked and the liquid is absorbed, stirring occasionally. Once done, remove from heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff the quinoa porridge with a fork and serve hot, topped with shredded coconut if desired.

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Almond Bars are a delectable holiday treat that combines the rich flavors of almond paste and buttery dough, then tops them with crunchy sliced almonds. These bars are ideal for holiday gatherings and make an excellent homemade gift.

Ingredients: 1 cup butter, softened. 1 cup granulated sugar. 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. 2 cups all-purpose flour. 1/2 teaspoon salt. 1 cup almond paste, crumbled. 2 cups sliced almonds.

Instructions: Warm the oven up to 350F 175C and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan. Put the softened butter and granulated sugar in a large bowl and mix them together until they are light and fluffy. Add the vanilla extract and mix well. Add the all-purpose flour and salt one cup at a time, mixing well after each addition. Press two-thirds of the dough into the baking pan to make a layer that is even. Cover the dough layer with the almond paste and spread it out evenly. Melt the rest of the dough in a small saucepan over low heat while stirring all the time. After adding the almond paste, pour the melted dough on top and use a spatula to spread it out evenly. Put the sliced almonds on top and lightly press them into the dough. After the oven is hot, bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown. Before cutting the almond bars into bars, let them cool all the way in the pan.

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes

This Healthy Summer Salad is a delicious and nutritious keto-friendly version of a summer favorite. With mixed salad greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and sliced almonds, it's bursting with flavor and freshness. Plus, the balsamic dressing adds a tangy kick that's sure to tantalize your taste buds.

Ingredients: 4 cups mixed salad greens. 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved. 1/2 cucumber, sliced. 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced. 1/4 cup sliced almonds. 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil. 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar. Salt and pepper to taste.

Instructions: Put the mixed salad greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, red onion slices, and almond slices in a large salad bowl. To make the dressing, mix the extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar in a small bowl with a whisk. Add the dressing to the salad and mix it all together. Add pepper and salt to taste. Mix it all together until it's well covered. Serve the Healthy Summer Salad right away as a light meal or side dish that is keto-friendly and tastes great. Have fun!

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 0 minutes

This Swedish Almond Cake Tart is a delicious breakfast treat that tastes like nuts and has a soft, cake-like texture. With the sliced almonds on top, it makes the soft cake taste more interesting. Wonderful to enjoy with a tea or coffee!

Ingredients: 1 cup almond flour. 1/2 cup all-purpose flour. 1/2 cup granulated sugar. 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted. 2 eggs. 1/2 teaspoon almond extract. 1/4 teaspoon salt. 1/2 cup sliced almonds, for topping.

Instructions: Preheat the oven to 350F 175C. Grease a tart pan. In a bowl, mix almond flour, all-purpose flour, sugar, melted butter, eggs, almond extract, and salt until well combined. Pour the batter into the prepared tart pan and spread it evenly. Sprinkle sliced almonds over the top of the batter. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the tart to cool slightly before slicing and serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes