The Friday 5: Salad That's a Dip, Most Popular Recipes & The Best Follow

+ Saving $$ on Groceries + A No-Cream, Creamy Soup Recipe

Hi there!

It’s time for The Friday 5—your weekly dose of things to make, love, and save this week.

What’s Inside:

✅ The viral Green Goddess Salad that’s both a salad and a dip (it’s addictive!)
✅ The most popular recipes right now (hint: Blue Zones are IN)
✅ A cozy, creamy soup recipe coming soon—without the cream
✅ A wholesome Instagram account that makes scrolling feel better
✅ How I save an average of $78 per grocery order (and how you can too)

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1️⃣ Making: Green Goddess Salad

If you’re trying to eat more veggies, make this salad! The Green Goddess Salad is part salad and part dip.

I love it with tortilla chips, and you can put it in a wrap or just eat it plain. It’s crunchy, packed with fresh herbs, and tossed in a creamy, tangy dressing that makes it a delight to eat.

Green Goddess Salad Recipe »

2️⃣ Trending: Blue Zone Recipes

This post is blowing up on the blog right now!

Blue Zones Recipes are having a moment, and for good reason—people in these regions live the longest, healthiest lives.

Their secret? Simple, whole foods, mostly plants, and eating in a sustainable way (and delicious). If you’re looking for easy, nutrient-dense meals, start with these recipes.

Read: 19 Blue Zones Recipes for Health & Longevity »

3️⃣ Writing: Creamy Potato Leek Soup (without the cream)

I posted a no-cream creamy potato soup on Instagram Stories last weekend, and it instantly became the most popular story of the year.

It’s rich, velvety, and cozy—but here’s the kicker: there’s no actual cream. I got tons of requests for the recipe, so I’m putting the finishing touches on the blog post now (stay tuned…)

4️⃣ Loving: This Fun Instagram Follow

This account (@merriamwebster) is a gem on social media.

It’s fun, nerdy, and oddly wholesome in a sea of chaos. If you want to make your scrolling time feel a little smarter and a lot less soul-sucking, highly recommend giving them a follow.

5️⃣ Saving: Money on Groceries (without sacrificing quality)

We all know that groceries are more expensive than ever right now, so I’ve been extra intentional about where I shop. I use Thrive Market almost weekly for pantry staples like olive oil, avocado oil, nuts, seeds, and condiments—things that add up fast at the regular store.

The best part? I save an average of $78.25 per order (yes, they do the math for you and track it in your account).

👉 Here’s a post on what I buy most often
👉 Get 40% off your first order here »

That’s it for this week! See you next Friday. 💛