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15 Low Cholesterol Rice , Khichdi, Pulao & Biryani Recipes

Last Updated : 12 October, 2025

पौष्टिक लो-कॉलेस्ट्रोल चावल, खिचड़ी, पुलाव और बिरयानी - हिन्दी में पढ़ें (Low Cholesterol Rice , Khichdi, Pulao & Biryani in Hindi)
લો કોલેસ્ટ્રોલ ભાત, ખીચડી, પુલાવ અને બિરયાની - ગુજરાતી માં વાંચો (Low Cholesterol Rice , Khichdi, Pulao & Biryani in Gujarati)

Low Cholesterol Rice , Khichdi, Pulao & Biryani recipes | rice khichdi recipes to lower cholesterol | 

To many a meal isn’t complete without a bowl of rice. But rice is made more flavourful by the addition of oodles of ghee, butter or sometimes even cheese. This is when Cholesterol starts piling up in the meals.

In this section we have tried to avoid these ingredients and also replaced the white rice with brown rice to add in some fiber, which would help in to keep blood cholesterol levels under check. Also white rice is higher on glycemic index scale which raises the blood glucose levels quickly. The blood glucose is attached to LDL (bad) cholesterol in the blood which will also be raised in turn, eventually causing plaques around artery walls.

 

Low Cholesterol Khichdi recipes

palak bajra khichdi recipe | bajra moong dal khichdi | healthy bajra khichdi | with 20 amazing images. Stuffed to the core with iron, this palak bajra khichdiis a treat for elders and the children in the family! Bajra itself is a very good source of iron… It has further been enriched with iron by combining it with moong dal and spinach. This bajra moong dal khichdi is a real treat to overcome anemia. One serving of palak bajra khichdi gives 20% RDA of iron. See calories of palak bajra khichdi.
 
palak bajra khichdi recipe | bajra moong dal khichdi | healthy bajra khichdi for weight loss |

palak bajra khichdi recipe | bajra moong dal khichdi | healthy bajra khichdi for weight loss |

 

buckwheat sprouts khichdi recipe | kutto moong dal sprouts khichdi | healthy kutto no daro sprouts and dal khichdi | Moong dal and sprouts are a good source of protein, making this a very healthy and wholesome choice for pregnant women. Being paired with buckwheat instead of rice, this healthy kutto no daro sprouts and dal khichdi is a wise choice for diabeticsweight-watchersand heart disease. The fibre in it will satiate you for long hours. With 207 calories per serving, this khichdi is a meal in itself at dinner time. One serving of buckwheat sprouts khichdi  gives 29% RDA of iron. See calories of buckwheat sprouts khichdi.

buckwheat sprouts khichdi recipe | kutto moong dal sprouts khichdi | healthy kutto no daro sprouts and dal khichdi |

buckwheat sprouts khichdi recipe | kutto moong dal sprouts khichdi | healthy kutto no daro sprouts and dal khichdi |

 

bajra whole moong and green pea khichdi | whole moong bajra and green pea khichdi | healthy green pea bajra and whole moong khichdi made without any rice.  One serving of bajra whole moong and green pea khichdi delivers 55% folic acid, 25% fibre,  20% Vitamin B1,  20% Phosphorus  of your Recommended Dietary Allowance ( RDA).

Bajra Whole Moong and Green Pea Khichdi is an excellent choice for those managing diabetes, high cholesterol, hypothyroidism, blood pressure, and even during pregnancy, thanks to its wholesome and nutrient-rich ingredients. Bajra (black millet) is rich in fiber and has a low glycemic index, helping control blood sugar and cholesterol levels. Whole moong (green gram) provides plant-based protein and is easy to digest, while green peas add vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that support heart health and immunity. The use of minimal oil, restricted salt, and spices like cumin (jeera), turmeric (haldi), and asafoetida (hing)make it light on the stomach yet full of flavor. This comforting khichdi promotes balanced nutrition, helps maintain energy, and supports overall wellness, making it an ideal meal for anyone looking to eat healthy without compromising on taste.

 

Brown rice used for Low Cholesterol rice recipes

 

Brown rice is okay to have when you have cholesterol. In fact, it is a good choice for people with high cholesterol because it is a whole grain and contains fiber. Fiber helps to lower cholesterol by binding to bile acids in the digestive tract and carrying them out of the body.

Brown rice is also a good source of magnesium, which is a mineral that helps to regulate cholesterol levels.

tomato methi rice recipe | healthy tomato methi pulao | Indian tomato methi brown rice | iron rich fenugreek brown rice | Iron-laden methi greens are combined with vitamin C rich tomatoes which helps in the absorption of iron. For an additional fibre touch, we have used the unpolished brown rice. However, it is important to remember that brown rice is also not devoid of carbs. So we recommend only half serving of this healthy tomato methi pulao for weight watchersdiabetics and people with high cholesterol. Also make this iron rich fenugreek brown rice only an occasional fare and prefer to relish it with a bowl of raita like cucumber and pudina raita or mixed veg raita.

 


So turn to Brinjal Rice, Cabbage Pulao, Green Peas and Mint Pulao for a hearty rice fare. Also remember to toss in some veggies for sure so you go one step further to add in fiber to these delicacies. On days when you really want something different, try adding sprouts to the rice dishes like we have shown in the recipe of Sprouts Pulao and Sprouts and Methi Rice.

Alternatively you can avoid the rice completely and make use of whole bajra, whole wheat or bulgur wheat to make khichdi and Biryani. Fada ni Khichdi and Bajra Whole Moong and Green Pea Khichdi are a few examples to site this.

Finally remember that these can form a part of your meal, but in small portions occasionally.

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