
Looking for a diet that’s good not only for you but also for the planet? If so, go easy on your meat consumption. Producing meat—particularly beef—uses substantially more energy and causes more greenhouse gas emissions than does the growing of plant foods. You need not be 100 percent vegetarian: Eating a few meatless meals a week or just reducing the amount of meat on your plate can help the environment, plus boost your health by making room for more fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and legumes. To help you on that quest, here are eight meatless main dishes that are sure to satisfy.