Bon Appétit Management Company

While fruits and vegetables are almost all nutritious for our bodies, they are not all equally beneficial for maintaining and improving the health of the environment. Here are some suggestions for what to do about foods that are nutritious, but also have a high carbon footprint making them less healthy for the earth.

Refreshing, yet filling, this salad can be eaten warm or at room temperature. Pair with a side fruit or vegetable, such as cabbage slaw, for a balanced plate. Serves 4.

Mildly spiced, this vegetable and bean-based curry is quick, simple, and warming. Pair with a whole grain such as brown rice or quinoa for a balanced plate. Serves 4

What’s the current deal with trans fats? I know they’re bad for me, but I’ve also heard they were banned. Do I still have to worry about them?

This recipe is vegetarian yet still uses classic ingredients. Pair with a side fruit or vegetable, such as jicama salad, for a balanced plate. Serves 4-6.

Have your cake and eat your healthy fats too with this moist and nutty dessert

As I and the other current and former Fellows learned on our recent field trip to Monterey Bay Aquarium — whose Seafood Watch program has long been an important Bon Appétit partner organization — one thing that sets it apart is its mission to inspire the conservation of the oceans. And inspired we were by the end of the day.

The rich tahini sauce perfectly complements the winter squash while providing heart benefits through oils in the sesame seeds.

Packed with flavor and heart-healthy mono- and polyunsaturated fats, this spread is sure to be a crowd pleaser. Makes 2 cups.

Fermented foods, such as kimchi, contain probiotics that support digestion. Fermenting at home can be intimidating, but with a little experience, you can let the microbes do the work for you!