Our planet is heating up, and we are becoming increasingly aware of how our individual choices and collective actions are contributing to global heating and environmental degradation. A growing number of people are searching for simple, yet effective steps to living more sustainably. Perhaps the single most important action each of us can take to protect the planet is simply to choose vegetarian foods. By replacing meat with vegetarian sources of protein, (nuts, seeds, beans and lentils, for example), we can reduce carbon and other greenhouse gas emissions. The whole food production process of farm-to-plate totals approximately 30% of all global greenhouse gas emissions, through agricultural production and deforestation.
We offer these recipes, many of them from our own members, to help us change toward a plant-based diet, a better choice for the earth and also ourselves. Some, by the way, may include seafood or alcohol, but they’re meant to provide steps toward a healthier lifestyle. They’re nutritious, simple and tasty! Further contributions of favorite recipes are welcome!