8 Alternative Healthy Cooking Oils

Prized by chefs for its neutral flavor and high smoke point, this polyunsaturated-rich oil is made from the seeds of wine grapes. Grape seed oil is adept at raising “good” cholesterol (HDL) and lowering LDL or “bad” cholesterol. However, unlike grapeseed extract, the oil doesn’t harbor appreciable amounts of proanthacyanadins, potent antioxidants that fight disease.

Taste: Clean, light flavor

Uses: Frying and sauteeing. Good for ethnic dishes

Storage: Opened, it will keep for up to a year in a cool, dry cabinet.

Recipe:  Arugula, Grape, and Sunflower Seed Salad