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Last Updated : Mar 15,2024



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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Avocado Spinach Pear Smoothie, Healthy Smoothie
Recipe# 41594
22 Jul 22

 
 by Tarla Dalal
Indian avocado spinach pear smoothie recipe | healthy pear smoothie with avocado and spinach | pear avocado spinach smoothie | with 6 amazing images. Indian avocado spinach pear smoothie is ....
Toast with Spinach and Tomato Spread
Recipe# 38993
26 Nov 13

 
 by Tarla Dalal
Pep up multigrain bread with a tangy tomato spread and a healthy topping of spinach and sprouts. Kids will definitely love this colourful vitamin-rich treat, while adults will relish the low cholesterol start to the day!
Kachumber Salad, Gujarati Kachumber Salad
Recipe# 3599
30 Apr 21

 
 by Tarla Dalal
kachumber salad recipe | Gujarati kachumber salad | healthy kachumber salad | with 10 amazing images. kachumber salad recipe | Gujarati kachumber salad |
Mint and Onion Chutney
Recipe# 22301
10 Feb 21

 
 by Tarla Dalal
mint and onion chutney recipe | pyaz pudina chutney | onion mint chutney for Indian snacks | how to make pudina chutney with onions | with 15 amazing images. To make min ....
Chick Pea and Soya Tikki Roll ( Wraps and Rolls)
Recipe# 32675
23 Dec 13

 
 by Tarla Dalal
The piece de resistance of this recipe is the chick pea soya tikkis. And you will be surprised to know that this delicious wrap is great for weight-watchers and heart patients. Soya helps lower cholesterol and the low-cal mayonnaise adds to the taste without scaring the calorie-counter!
Green Salad with Muskmelon Dressing
Recipe# 4637
31 Jan 24

 
 by Tarla Dalal
green salad with muskmelon dressing recipe | healthy Indian lettuce broccoli sprouts salad | no cooking sprouts tomatoes and peanut salad | with 13 images. green salad with muskmelon dressing
Hawaiian Fruit Bowl with Vanilla Cream
Recipe# 5301
17 Nov 10

 
 by Tarla Dalal
Fibre-rich fresh fruits get an exotic twist in this tropical fruit bowl topped with low fat, low cholesterol vanilla cream.
Bean Sprouts and Suva Tossed Salad
Recipe# 36414
05 Apr 21

 
 
by Tarla Dalal
bean sprouts dill salad recipe | bean sprouts and suva tossed salad | healthy bean sprouts with dill salad | Indian style sprouts dill salad | with 12 amazing images. be ....
Gavarfali ki Sukhi Subzi
Recipe# 7463
14 Jul 23

 
 
by Tarla Dalal
gavarfali ki sukhi sabzi recipe | gavar ki sabzi | cluster beans Indian vegetable | dry gavarfali sabzi | healthy gavarfali sabzi | with 17 amazing pictures.
Pyazwale Mutter
Recipe# 6433
25 Jun 19

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 by Tarla Dalal
While onion is usually added as a taste enhancer in most subzis, Pyazwale Mutter is an interesting preparation in which succulent onion rings share the limelight with juicy green peas. This fibre, iron and vitamin C-rich treat is a five-starrer in terms of taste, looks and aroma. The tangy fresh tom ....
Kashmiri Roti (  Diabetic Recipe)
Recipe# 7466
29 Jul 22

 
 
by Tarla Dalal
Everyone’s a great cook when it comes to making these simple rotis. Whole-wheat flour rotis with the essence of Indian spices cooked in just ¼ tsp of oil per roti to please the palate of a diabetic who has to abstain from relishing those sumptuous delicacies at his favourite restaurant.
Paneer, Bean Sprouts and Spring Onion Soup
Recipe# 4632
24 Sep 22

 
 by Tarla Dalal
paneer bean sprouts and spring onion soup recipe | paneer vegetable soup | healthy Indian cottage cheese soup with vegetables | with 33 amazing images. paneer bean sprouts and spring onion soup re ....
Muskmelon, Apple and Green Grapes Juice
Recipe# 4685
29 Jan 24

 
 by Tarla Dalal
muskmelon apple and grape juice recipe | melon apple grape juice | healthy melon apple juice | melon apple drink for glowing skin | with 15 amazing images. muskmelon app ....
Palak Kadhi
Recipe# 22178
23 Mar 13

 
 by Tarla Dalal
Ever thought of making kadhi with an infusion of palak? Sounds strange, but tastes and looks very interesting. Palak purée and green paste imparts flavouir along with a bright green colour and vitamin A to the dish. You can skip the garlic if you do not like its flavour. Serve with a bowl of brown r ....
Spinach, Paneer and Dal Soup
Recipe# 4629
02 Feb 24

 
 
by Tarla Dalal
dal and paneer soup recipe | palak paneer soup | healthy moong dal and paneer soup | palak paneer moong dal soup is a lip-smacking soup using low-fat paneer. To make
Khalo Dal
Recipe# 40376
18 Jan 24

 
 by Tarla Dalal
khalo dal recipe | Bengali style chilkewali urad dal | healthy urad ki dal | with 23 amazing images. Khalo Dal a hearty lentil dish from Bengal which is rich in flavour, aroma and texture. Learn how to make
Paneer and Spring Onion Wrap
Recipe# 5660
14 Mar 15

 
 
by Tarla Dalal
Sumptuous rotis made of whole wheat and soya flours are stuffed with a smashing combo of low-fat paneer, spring onions and capsicum. The combination of ingredients is so thoughtful that every bite of this wrap is soft and juicy despite not using any sauce. Full of calcium, the Paneer and Spring Onio ....
Apple Magic, Lemony Apple Juice
Recipe# 6213
17 Oct 20

 
 
by Tarla Dalal
lemon apple juice recipe | lemon and apple juice benefits | apple lemon cooler | how to make apple and lemon juice | lemon apple juice is a healthy, refreshing an ....
Soya Chunks Pulao
Recipe# 3585
26 Apr 23

 
 by Tarla Dalal
soya chunks pulao recipe | soya chunks brown rice pulao | soya chunks vegetable pulao in a pressure cooker | with 30 amazing images. soya chunks pulao recipe is a healthy option made using ....
Palak Toovar Dal ( Iron Rich Recipes )
Recipe# 5707
10 Oct 14

 
 by Tarla Dalal
Rich in taste and nutrition, this Palak Toovar Dal is a healthful dish you can prepare frequently without any hassle, as it uses simple cooking methods and common ingredients. You just need to remember to soak the toovar dal earlier. The smart twist in this dal recipe is the addition of lemon juice, ....
Sprouted Masala Matki
Recipe# 5701
20 Oct 20

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 by Tarla Dalal
sprouted masala matki recipe | sprouted moth masala | matki sprouts curry | healthy snack | with step by step images. sprouted masala matki is a nourishing fare w ....
Fruity Chana Salad, Indian Diabetic Salad
Recipe# 3492
24 Aug 22

 
 by Tarla Dalal
fruit chana salad recipe | Indian fruit, vegetable and chana salad | healthy kabuli chana salad | with 26 amazing images. fruit chana salad recipe | Indian fruit, vegeta ....
Oats Methi Multiflour Khakhra
Recipe# 41018
04 Jul 22

 
 
by Tarla Dalal
oats methi multiflour khakhra recipe | healthy oats methi khakhra | Indian oats garlic khakhra | oats khakhra for weight loss | with 33 amazing images. oats methi multif ....
Masala Cauliflower with Green Peas Sabzi
Recipe# 6424
25 Jun 23

 
 by Tarla Dalal
masala cauliflower with green peas sabzi recipe | healthy cauliflower peas masala | masala gobi matar sabzi | Indian style gobi matar | with 32 amazing images. masala ca ....
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Low Cholesterol
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 on 04 Jan 19 05:25 AM