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Last Updated : Nov 13,2024



લો કોલેસ્ટ્રોલ રેસીપી - ગુજરાતી માં વાંચો (Low Cholesterol recipes in Gujarati)

250 Low Cholesterol Indian Healthy Recipes, Low Cholesterol Foods List

low cholesterol healthy recipes. Indian low cholesterol recipes.  Over the past couple of decades there has been a growing concern about fats, high blood cholesterol levels and the diseases caused by it. We receive huge number of letters, e-mails from our members asking one common question, ‘Has cholesterol got anything to do with heart disease - or any other disease? And even if it has, will a change of diet be beneficial?

Bajra, Whole Moong and Green Pea Khichdi
Bajra, Whole Moong and Green Pea Khichdi

While some cholesterol is needed for good health, too much cholesterol in our blood can raise our risk of having a heart attack. Anyone can develop high blood cholesterol regardless of age or sex; there are some who can be genetically predisposed to high blood cholesterol.

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Thus it is important to keep a check on your cholesterol levels. As always said “Earlier the Better”, taking early precautions like avoiding saturated fats and cholesterol rich foods, eating high fiber foods and exercising can help regulate your blood cholesterol levels.

Moong Dal and Suva SubziMoong Dal and Suva Subzi

This section of “Low Cholesterol Recipes” is for all those who want to start early and also for those who are already on a low cholesterol diet as they have high blood cholesterol levels or any other heart problem.

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Our key take is Low Cholesterol Recipes are recipes for everyone. These recipes are a basic way of healthy living and devoid of junk food, fried foods, maida, sugar, rava and making correct choices of the food we eat. 

Oats IdliOats Idli

These delicious recipes are planned by strictly avoiding the use of fatty foods like fried foods, processed foods that increase blood cholesterol and sodium levels.

Quinoa Veg Upma, Vegan BreakfastQuinoa Veg Upma, Vegan Breakfast

Low Cholesterol Foods that help lower blood cholesterol levels

Here is a list of foods given below that will keep you healthy all the time. For example garlic  has been proven to lower cholesterol. The active ingredient allicin present in garlic aids in lowering blood pressure.

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Foods
to
Lowers Blood Cholesterol
Form Its Effect
Garlic Fresh, raw whole/ crushed Lowers cholesterol levels, help to remove the excess cholesterol deposited in the arteries and inhibits cholesterol synthesis.
Quinoa whole flour High fiber in it helps to reduce cholesterol levels.
Onion Raw and cooked Rich in potent antioxidants. like ‘Quercetin’ and ‘Selenium’, An onion a day can raise HDL levels too.
Fenugreek seeds (methi) Seeds, sprouts, leaves, powder Rich in protein and fibre, which binds cholesterol in the body and aids in its elimination.
Bulgur Wheat (dalia)/Bran Mixed with other flours Bulgur wheat and bran are rich in fibre, which binds cholesterol and elimination it from our body.
Oats Quick Rolled oats or oat flakes Contains soluble fibre viz. ‘Beta-glucan’, a potent cholesterol-lowering agent. Oat bran lowers LDL and raises HDL.
Buckwheat/
Ragi/Nachni (red millet)
Whole, coarsely ground or powdered Plant chemicals present in buckwheat help maintain blood flow, and keep platelets from clotting excessively. Ragi is rich in fibre that eliminates LDS from body.
Green Leafy Vegetables;
Spinach, Kale,
Fenugreek leaves,
Cauliflower greens,
Cabbage,
lettuce,
Colocassia leaves,
Mint leaves,
Rocket leaves,
Coriander

and

Apple,
guava,
grapes,
Oranges,
Grapefruit
Sweet lime
Raw
or
cooked

 

Rich in fibre and antioxidants like Vitamin A and Vitamin C, that protects arteries from damage. Fresh vegetables and fruits are also low in calories and rich in fibre (especially green peas and cluster beans)
Turmeric Fresh
or
dried
(powder, spice)
Fights free radicals, aids circulation, lowers cholesterol levels, improves blood vessel health, inhibits clogging 
Olive oil / Rice Bran Oil Cooking medium or as a dressing Rich in vitamin E (antioxidant), MUFA and substance called “squalene” that helps to lower blood cholesterol levels.
Nuts like Almonds and
Walnuts
whole or powdered Rich in mono unsaturated fatty acids (MUFA), and omega-3 fatty acids respectively. A store house of antioxidants, fibre and phytonutrients that helps lower LDL levels while maintaining HDL levels.
Avocados raw or cooked Rich in MUFA, potassium and chromium, all of which help to regulate blood cholesterol levels.


Low Cholesterol Indian breakfast recipes

Low Cholesterol breakfast recipes opt for the easy and fast buckwheat dosa or Broken Wheat Upma with a glass of healthy carrot and spinach juice.

Carrot Spinach and Parsley JuiceCarrot Spinach and Parsley Juice

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Low Cholesterol Indian snack recipes

For Low Cholesterol snack recipes,  sprouts are a healthy addition. They are easy to digest and the process of sprouting increases their fiber content too. Methi and Moong Sprouts WrapLehsuni Matki Palak Tikki and Sprouted Moong Chaat.

Lehsuni Matki Palak TikkiLehsuni Matki Palak Tikki

Low cholesterol khichdi and pulaos

Low cholesterol khichdi and pulaos are made with ZERO white rice and use healthy ingredients like bajra, whole moong or brown rice.

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Skip rice which is full of simple carbohydrates and make Whole Moong and Green Pea Khichdi had with a bowl of low fat curds for dinner. Or try paneer mutter biryani made from brown rice with some vegetables and low fat paneer. 

Paneer Mutter BiryaniPaneer Mutter Biryani

Make some healthy low cholesterol subzis like French beans and chana dal stir fry had with a bajra roti and some fatless maa ki dal

Fatless Maa ki DalFatless Maa ki Dal

While foods that help to reduce cholesterol like oats, whole cereals, fruits, veggies, sprouts, olive oil, flax seeds etc have been included to aid in blood cholesterol management. 

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Use oats in low cholesterol recipes

Oats is rich in soluble fibre, which helps lower blood LDL cholesterol, the so-called "Bad" cholesterol. Soluble fibre absorbs water and swells and to become gel like substance which helps in the absorption of nutrients like B Vitamins and minerals like Magnesium and Zinc which are key to a good heart. So enjoy the super heathy oats mutter dosa recipe.  

Oats Mutter Dosa ( Fibre Rich Recipe )Oats Mutter Dosa ( Fibre Rich Recipe )

Happy and healthy cooking for your heart!

Enjoy our low cholesterol healthy recipes. Indian low cholesterol recipes and other low cholesterol articles below. 

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Low Cholesterol Accompanients

Low Cholesterol Breakfast

Low Cholesterol Desserts

Low Cholesterol Drinks, Beverages

Low Cholesterol International

Low Cholesterol Rice, Pulao & Biryani

Low Cholesterol Rotis, Parathas

Low Cholesterol Salads, Raitas

Low Cholesterol Soups

Low Cholesterol Starters, Snacks

Low Cholesterol Subzis, Dals


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Ridge Gourd and Amaranth Shaag Bhaja
Recipe# 42387
12 Mar 20

 
 by Tarla Dalal
No reviews
This Bengali-style subzi features a unique combination of veggies, simply but tastily flavoured with everyday ingredients. Iron-rich chawli leaves come together with ridge gourd, which gives not just more nutrition but also a good texture and volume to the subzi. The duo is aptly flavoured with a te ....
Peanut Butter Banana Multigrain Toast Healthy Breakfast
Recipe# 42816
15 Dec 20

 
 by Tarla Dalal
No reviews
healthy peanut butter banana multigrain toast recipe | peanut butter banana cinnamon toast | peanut butter and banana on toast - healthy breakfast | peanut butter banana sandwich | with 4 amaz ....
How To Cook Kodri, Foxtail Millet, Varagu
Recipe# 43035
06 Jun 23

 
 by Tarla Dalal
No reviews
how to cook kodri | how to cook foxtail millets Indian style | how to cook varagu | with 25 amazing images. how to cook kodri recipe is a simple way to cook step by step in the Indian kitch ....
Rice Roti
Recipe# 43037
10 Aug 23

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 by Tarla Dalal
No reviews
rice roti recipe | chawal ki roti | rice flour chapati | akki ubbu roti | with 17 amazing images. Gluten free kki ubbu rotia is one such variation of the roti kno ....
Bajra Churma Ladoo
Recipe# 43053
22 Aug 23

 
 by Tarla Dalal
No reviews
bajra churma ladoo recipe | leftover bajra roti ladoo | quick bajra ladoo recipe | with 30 amazing images. quick bajra ladoo recipe is the best way of using leftover bajra roti. Learn how t ....
Healthy Indian Parfait
Recipe# 43061
28 Aug 23

 
 by Tarla Dalal
No reviews
healthy parfait recipe | Indian style yoghurt parfait | diabetes friendly fruit and yogurt parfait | with 22 amazing images. diabetes friendly fruit and yogurt parfait is made by layering e ....
Quinoa Khichdi
Recipe# 43076
24 Dec 23

 
 by Tarla Dalal
No reviews
masala quinoa khichdi recipe | healthy quinoa khichdi | instant pot quinoa khichdi | with 39 amazing images. Quinoa Khichdi is a nutritious,
Rajgira Methi Thalipeeth
Recipe# 43082
17 Nov 23

 
 
by Tarla Dalal
No reviews
rajgira methi thalipeeth | healthy amaranth and fenugreek thalipeeth | methi rajgira thalipeeth |
Veg Thukpa
Recipe# 43091
28 Jan 24

 
 by Tarla Dalal
No reviews
veg thukpa recipe | healthy Tibetian noodle soup | vegetable noodle soup | with 37 amazing images. Indulge in the wholesome goodness of this Healthy Veg Thukpa – a delightful Tibetan noodle ....
Odia Dalma
Recipe# 43094
13 Feb 24

 
 by Tarla Dalal
No reviews
odia dalma recipe | healthy oriya dalma | odia lentils and vegetable curry | with 41 amazing images. Dalma is a traditional Odia di ....
Chocolate High Protein Greek Yogurt Dessert
Recipe# 43130
17 Oct 24

 
 by Tarla Dalal
No reviews
chocolate high protein greek yogurt dessert recipe | protein rich Indian yogurt dessert | 9 grams protein easy dessert | with 10 images. This delicious and nutritious chocolate high protein greek ....
Gavar Pumpkin Vegetable
Recipe# 3498
02 Mar 19

 
 
by Tarla Dalal
No reviews
Cluster beans are good for diabetics as they have the highest fibre content among all vegetables which in turn prevents a rapid rise in blood sugar levels after a meal. Red pumpkin has been added to thicken the gravy and it also imparts a natural sweetness to this dish, which is delectable. You ....
Tangy Italian Salad
Recipe# 3463
24 Jun 19

 
 by Tarla Dalal
Firm ripe tomatoes are combined with cool cucumbers and crisp lettuce leaves tossed in low fat basil flavoured vinaigrette. Tomatoes provide vitamin A and fibre while lettuce and cucumbers contribute fibre as well as vitamin C and iron.
Kadhai Chole
Recipe# 3571
26 Nov 12

 
 by Tarla Dalal
No reviews
Chole, a traditional Punjabi dish, is usually made using a lot of fat. But this easy to make recipe is lower in calories and is just as tasty. The oil does not contribute much flavour, it is the spices that create this dish. Instead of bhature (deep fried puris) serve it with Nutritious Garlic Naans ....
Potato and Peas Salad
Recipe# 5274
26 Jun 19

 
 by Tarla Dalal
No reviews
Fibre-rich unskinned potatoes and colourful green peas make a healthy and filling salad. Green peas are a storehouse of fibre that binds ldl and helps evict it from the body.
Chana Dal with Cucumber, Healthy Chana Dal Sabzi
Recipe# 4781
15 Jun 21

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 by Tarla Dalal
No reviews
chana dal with cucumber recipe | cucumber chana dal subzi | healthy chana dal sabzi | khira aur chana dal ki sabji | with 28 amazing images. chana dal with cucumber reci ....
Hyderabadi Baingan Subzi
Recipe# 5291
18 Oct 19

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by Tarla Dalal
No reviews
Grated cauliflower replaces coconut to create a healthier and heart-friendly version of the traditional Hyderabadi Baghara Baingan. Although most people will not think of pressure-cooking brinjals, here we have opted for that method so as to retain the nutrients and reduce the oil required. As a res ....
Pyaz ki Roti, Healthy Pyaz ka Paratha
Recipe# 5581
02 Feb 21

 
 by Tarla Dalal
No reviews
pyaz ki roti recipe | pyaz ka paratha | pyaaz ki roti | pyaj wali roti | healthy onion roti | with 21 amazing images. pyaz ki roti is a ....
Sweet Lime and Pepper Salad
Recipe# 3601
24 Jul 20

 
 
by Tarla Dalal
No reviews
Simple, quick and easy, this salad can be prepared in minutes. Capsicum is a much ignored salad vegetable that has been combined with lots of colours and flavours which perfectly complements the delicate flavour of sweet lime. This salad is a great accompaniment for a continental main course and i ....
Soya Vegetable Cutlet
Recipe# 43040
26 Feb 24

 
 by Tarla Dalal
No reviews
soya vegetable cutlet recipe | vegetable soya tikki | healthy soya rava tikki | with 25 amazing images. soya vegetable cutlet recipe is a tasty protein rich snack. This is probably one of t ....
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Low Cholesterol
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 on 04 Jan 19 05:25 AM