Rainbow Veggie Kebabs with Chimichurri Sauce have the best vegetables in every color! They’re bursting with flavor, nutrition, and vibrant hues, and when topped with chimichurri, they’re unbeatable! Since this is a dish made entirely of a variety of colorful vegetables, it’s loaded with nutrition! All of these vegetables offer dietary fiber and are high … Read More
This fresh and boldly flavored vegan and gluten free black-eyed pea and avocado salsa is the perfect and refreshing for summer. It is quick and easy to make and goes great with your favorite chip. It is full of fresh zesty flavor and can be made spicy or mild depending on your preference. Black-eyed peas are … Read More
This easy vegan watermelon pizza recipe is refreshing, sweet and absolutely delicious. It is the perfect simple and nutritious summer dessert, and it is entirely plant-based, dairy-free, gluten-free, grain-free and refined sugar-free. And so simple. I love to decorate the slices with fresh seasonal berries too. Everyone loves this vibrant and festive treat! NOTE: Health Benefits of … Read More
These vegan and gluten-free lemon bars have a cool silky texture atop a sweet, crumbly and buttery grain-free crust. They skip the butter, refined sugar, condensed milk, egg yolks and heavy whipping cream for healthier vegan ingredients. This dessert offers plant-based protein, fiber and healthy fats all while staying true to the sweet, tangy taste … Read More
This vibrant and seasonal whole roasted carrot side dish is always the center of attention when I serve it. The warm, sweet, soft slow-roasted carrots served over a bed of creamy hummus is just the perfect combination. I drizzled green tahini sauce overtop for an extra pop of herby flavor. I used all parsley in … Read More
vegan | gluten-free | grain-free | peanut-free | egg-free | dairy-free | refined sugar-free | soy-free This smoothie is absolutely incredible! The creamy, frosty and nutty strawberry almond butter smoothie on top of the sweet and tart raspberry chai jam is a match made in heaven. The chai jam is sort of like the fruit-on-the-bottom … Read More
This effortless, dairy-free soup is ultra creamy and perfect for early spring. I was surprised at how gourmet and absolutely delicious it turned out given how simple the process and ingredients are. It is fresh tasting, full of flavor and so satisfying. I love the creamy texture and vibrant green color of this soup. It … Read More
Joy to Life magazine is thrilled to announce a new collaboration with food blogger and healthy eating expert Elaine Gordon, whose blog, Eating by Elaine, features tons of delicious, easy-to-make dishes that are nutritious, plant-based and free of common allergens including gluten, dairy, soy and peanuts. We’ll be posting some of Elaine’s personal favorite recipes … Read More
Whether it’s cooking, baking, cleaning or canning, vinegar has been used for ages for a variety of purposes. But lately, drinking vinegar, the apple cider kind in particular, has become a trend too popular to ignore. Turns out, there are potentially some great health benefits, but you have to take precautions too. Is it worth … Read More
Along with the new Lodge, Gulf State Park also got some new eating options. At Foodcraft, soak in the sun on the patio or grab a seat in the energetic atmosphere inside. In either spot, indulge in local bounty, including produce and products from area farmers and just-caught seafood from Gulf fishermen. If you’re after … Read More