Sarah Hayes
Contributor
Sarah Hayes is an urban-minded wife living the country life, dedicated to creating plant-based recipes for a healthy lifestyle. She followed her passion for healthy cooking by founding the food blog, Bad To The Bowl, which is now owned by Endless Appetite. Along the way, she honed her skills in recipe development and food photography. Today, she is thrilled to help others in the food blogging space develop and photograph mouth-watering recipes.
Spicy Sweet Taco Bowl
Whole Food Plant-Based (WFPB)
December 30, 2024
Spicy Sweet Taco Bowl
A little spicy, a little sweet – you will love what is going on with the flavor in this plant…
Ranch Chickpea Burgers with Sweet Potato
Lunch & Dinner
December 30, 2024
Ranch Chickpea Burgers with Sweet Potato
After Labor Day in West Michigan and a change of weather has brought with it all the fall feels. These…
Vegan Thai Mango ‘Pork’ Slaw
Salad Bowls
December 30, 2024
Vegan Thai Mango ‘Pork’ Slaw
This post is published in partnership with Outstanding Foods. All reviews and opinions are my own. One of my most…
The Best Vegan Poutine (Cheese and Gravy – Smothered Fries)
Main Dishes
December 30, 2024
The Best Vegan Poutine (Cheese and Gravy – Smothered Fries)
This vegan poutine recipe is comfort food to the max! I love to make this vegan baked fries recipe when…
Easy Tofu Scramble with Spinach
Breakfast
December 30, 2024
Easy Tofu Scramble with Spinach
This easy tofu scramble with fresh spinach is bright, colorful and adds a touch of protein to your next vegan…
Roasted Vegetable Bowl with Miso Dressing
Whole Food Plant-Based (WFPB)
December 30, 2024
Roasted Vegetable Bowl with Miso Dressing
Roasted vegetable bowl with miso dressing is a simple bowl full of nutrient dense ingredients perfect for a fall or…
Vegan Banana Zucchini Muffins with Blueberries
Breakfast
December 30, 2024
Vegan Banana Zucchini Muffins with Blueberries
Vegan banana zucchini muffins with optional blueberries are kid friendly and a great way to sneak in some extra veggies…
Vegan Brazilian ‘Steakhouse’ Bowl
Main Dishes
December 30, 2024
Vegan Brazilian ‘Steakhouse’ Bowl
This vegan brazilian steakhouse bowl is full of meaty taste without any meat! Grilled veggies, orange spiced turmeric quinoa and…
Vegan Bruschetta Bowl with Cashew Pesto
Main Dishes
December 30, 2024
Vegan Bruschetta Bowl with Cashew Pesto
A make it what you want vegan bruschetta bowl with dairy free cashew pesto. This bowl features the best of…
Vegan Chai Spiced Popcorn
Desserts
December 30, 2024
Vegan Chai Spiced Popcorn
Autumn is in the air! The temps have dipped and we are unearthing the sweaters from the depth of the…
Vegan Cinnamon Sugar Zucchini Bread
Breakfast
December 30, 2024
Vegan Cinnamon Sugar Zucchini Bread
Moist and delicious cinnamon sugar zucchini bread is a treat that everyone will love and your kids will never know…
30 Vegan Comfort Food Recipes
Main Dishes
December 30, 2024
30 Vegan Comfort Food Recipes
These vegan comfort food recipes are full of flavor, hearty and will inspire you to trying something new! Whether you…
Vegan Cream Cheese Fudgy Brownie Bites
Desserts
December 30, 2024
Vegan Cream Cheese Fudgy Brownie Bites
Vegan Cream Cheese Fudgy Brownie Bites are decadent, fudgy and perfect for an after dinner dessert! These brownie cream cheese…
Vegan Eggplant Fries
Main Dishes
December 30, 2024
Vegan Eggplant Fries
These crispy vegan eggplant fries are a great addition to your bowl! Or try them as a plant based snack…
Easy Vegan Loaded Home Fries
Breakfast
December 30, 2024
Easy Vegan Loaded Home Fries
These vegan loaded home fries are veggie loaded, topped with dairy free cheese and are the perfect side dish for…
Vegan One Pot Unstuffed Peppers with Rice
Main Dishes
December 30, 2024
Vegan One Pot Unstuffed Peppers with Rice
It was a cold autumn night and we had peppers from a garden harvest on the counter. I wanted soup…
18 Best Vegan Zucchini Dinner Recipes
Main Dishes
December 30, 2024
18 Best Vegan Zucchini Dinner Recipes
Does anyone have a garden or fridge full of zucchini? This best vegan zucchini dinner recipes will provide you with…
Smoky Chipotle BBQ Black Bean Burger +[Great Vegan BBQ without a Grill Cookbook Review]
Main Dishes
November 5, 2024
Smoky Chipotle BBQ Black Bean Burger +[Great Vegan BBQ without a Grill Cookbook Review]
o me grilled food is the best food ever. But I live in West Michigan, where we are not known…
Vanilla Chia Seed Pudding
Breakfast
November 5, 2024
Vanilla Chia Seed Pudding
Okay, two chia seed pudding posts! I know I am becoming addicted. Obsessed. And I have to admit, at first…
Chinese Tofu Salad
Lunch & Dinner
November 4, 2024
Chinese Tofu Salad
Chinese Tofu Salad has loads of great Asian flavor with crispy tofu, crunchy veggies, toasted almonds and a light sesame…
Vegan Cilantro Jalapeño Sauce
Sauces & Dressings
November 4, 2024
Vegan Cilantro Jalapeño Sauce
Ready for something fresh, creamy and full of flavor? Look no further than this sauce. Oh yes, we are talking…
Healthy Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bars (DF, GF, Oil Free)
Desserts
November 4, 2024
Healthy Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bars (DF, GF, Oil Free)
This post may contain affiliate links. Read our disclosure here. Tis the season for pumpkin and these pumpkin chocolate chip…
Black Bean and Rice Soup
Soups
November 4, 2024
Black Bean and Rice Soup
This black bean and rice soup is simple, flavorful and filling. Made with black beans, rice, vegetables and the perfect…
Creamy Butternut Pear Soup
Soups
September 23, 2024
Creamy Butternut Pear Soup
Most recipes use apple for the preferred pairing with their Butternut Squash Soup. BUT – Round here we like to…
Pumpkin Pie Smoothie Bowl
Breakfast
September 23, 2024
Pumpkin Pie Smoothie Bowl
Pumpkins. Pumpkins everywhere. On the porch. At the ‘patch. In our food. Yes, in our food! Tis the season for…
Double Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Vegan Ice Cream
Desserts
September 23, 2024
Double Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Vegan Ice Cream
Hello National Ice Cream Day! Who else is celebrating this delicious holiday? Did you make one of the delicious dairy…
Easy Vegan Romesco Sauce
Sauces & Dressings
September 23, 2024
Easy Vegan Romesco Sauce
You guys I could eat this Easy Vegan Romesco Sauce by the spoonful! In fact, I was kinda doing that…
Gingerbread Breakfast Cookies with Chocolate Eggnog Glaze (V, GF)
Breakfast
September 23, 2024
Gingerbread Breakfast Cookies with Chocolate Eggnog Glaze (V, GF)
Who is ready for Christmas? It is such a busy time of year and honestly as much fun as it…
Welcome to the Bowl of Life Podcast
Podcast
September 5, 2024
Welcome to the Bowl of Life Podcast
The Bowl of Life podcast talks about Food, Faith and Family and how those three things impact our life everyday.…
Episode 41: How Chelsea Transitioned Her Family to Plant Based Eating
Podcast
September 4, 2024
Episode 41: How Chelsea Transitioned Her Family to Plant Based Eating
When it comes to taking care of our planet and our health, I just don’t see any other option than…
Episode 40: How to Savor Your Kitchen with Danielle Christy
Podcast
September 4, 2024
Episode 40: How to Savor Your Kitchen with Danielle Christy
Danielle is teaching busy families how to savor kitchen time and enjoy family dinners that build memories, connection and conversation…
Episode 39: “Flipping” Our Relationship with Food with Karla Salinari
Podcast
September 4, 2024
Episode 39: “Flipping” Our Relationship with Food with Karla Salinari
Food is fuel and we need to flip our relationship with food understand that what we put in our bodies…
Episode 38: The Benefits of Medicinal Mushroom Extracts with Expert Jeff Chilton
Podcast
September 4, 2024
Episode 38: The Benefits of Medicinal Mushroom Extracts with Expert Jeff Chilton
Mushrooms should be thought of as preventative medicine because of their medicinal properties. In this episode Sarah talks with mushroom…
Episode 37: And Then We All Got COVID
Podcast
September 4, 2024
Episode 37: And Then We All Got COVID
I don’t have it as a fear anymore…because we all got COVID. In this episode, Joe and I give a…
Episode 36: Understanding Hemp, CBD, and Medicinal Gardening with Getting Baked Author Barb Webb
Podcast
September 4, 2024
Episode 36: Understanding Hemp, CBD, and Medicinal Gardening with Getting Baked Author Barb Webb
We have a symbiotic relationship with the earth and plants have an important place in our lifestyle from healing our…
Episode 34: How to Rock Your Blender with Elaine Gordon from Eating by Elaine
Podcast
September 4, 2024
Episode 34: How to Rock Your Blender with Elaine Gordon from Eating by Elaine
Smoothies that are packed with nutritional ingredients and smoothie boosters are the best healthy way to start your day! In…
Episode 32: How to Bring a California Cooking Vibe Into Your Kitchen with Sharon Palmer
Podcast
September 4, 2024
Episode 32: How to Bring a California Cooking Vibe Into Your Kitchen with Sharon Palmer
The new cookbook California Vegan: Inspiration and Recipes from the People and Places of the Golden State, by Sharon Palmer…
Episode 31: Say Goodbye to Dieting – Nourish to Flourish Framework with Kati VanLoo
Podcast
September 4, 2024
Episode 31: Say Goodbye to Dieting – Nourish to Flourish Framework with Kati VanLoo
Finding balance in six key biophyschosocial spheres can help us reframe our wellness journey and find true health and happiness.…
Episode 28: How to Balance Your Hormones to Live with Vitality
Podcast
September 4, 2024
Episode 28: How to Balance Your Hormones to Live with Vitality
A women’s cycle is the report card of her health and through restoring hormonal balance, we can remove stress and…
Episode 43: Food is Information for Your Body: Don’t Misinform It
Podcast
September 3, 2024
Episode 43: Food is Information for Your Body: Don’t Misinform It
“Diet is super important and is one of the biggest leverages in peoples health. It’s important to get the information…
Episode 29: From Junk Food Mom To Nourished Vegan with Katy @ Learner Vegan
Podcast
September 3, 2024
Episode 29: From Junk Food Mom To Nourished Vegan with Katy @ Learner Vegan
Enjoying food and having the body we want starts with breaking down old food beliefs, ditching junk food and breaking…
Episode 26: Improve Your Health with the Seven Dimensions of Wellness
Podcast
September 3, 2024
Episode 26: Improve Your Health with the Seven Dimensions of Wellness
The seven dimensions of wellness is more about the relationship you have with yourself rather than the outside world, when…