Low cholesterol recipes

Flank steak is an inexpensive cut of beef from the belly of a bull. This cut has a rich beef flavor, but to ensure it's tender and juicy, it requires marinating beforehand. Prepare...

The American dish mac 'n' cheese is traditionally made with macaroni and cheese sauce. It's typically rich and fatty. This recipe offers a lower-calorie, healthier alternative...

In Italian cuisine, ragù is often used with pasta. This simple dish, featuring chicken in tomato sauce, is easy to make even for a novice cook. To make this ragù, use chicken thighs, which have more...

The base of these amazing cupcakes is a ready-made white sponge cake mix, which is magically transformed when mascarpone cheese is added to the batter. With it, the cupcakes become...

These thin, crispy crackers are a perfect example of how even chocolate and peanut butter-filled treats can be healthy. They're baked with whole-wheat flour and whole-wheat germ flakes...

Store-bought layered phyllo pastry tartlets are filled with vanilla pudding and topped with raspberries. These bite-sized treats will brighten up any house party or buffet. And they're very...

In this version, vegetables are gently sautéed in a small amount of olive oil for just a few minutes. This makes them softer and more digestible, while still retaining their...

The steak used is an eye-round steak from the steer thigh. Because it's leaner, medium-rare is recommended, meaning the meat is crisp on the outside and remains a rosy-red color on the inside. Then...

This dish is made with simple and affordable ingredients: rice, chicken, and green beans with sweet peppers, but the aromatic ras el hanout seasoning, lots of fresh herbs, and toasted pine nuts...

A hearty and delicious dish with a southern flavor, rich in fiber and protein. Corn grits are simmered in milk and served with separately stewed vegetables. Mix crispy bacon with spices,...

This blue cheese dressing is the perfect complement to simple salad greens, making them not only healthy but also delicious. Blue cheese is mixed with yogurt, low-fat sour cream,...

You'll definitely not go hungry with this sandwich. It's perfect for breakfast or lunch. All the ingredients combine perfectly in flavor and texture, not to mention they're very...

A classic summer tomato and cucumber salad gets a new flavor with a few hot pepperoncini peppers and garlic, and a dressing along with olive oil...

This dish is made with colorful penne pasta made with vegetable juices. Boil it and combine it with pieces of fried chicken, peas braised in lemon juice and water, spinach, and fresh...

This hearty and flavorful soup gets its rich flavor from mushrooms, spices, lemon, hummus, and fortified wine. The mushrooms are first sautéed with onions, garlic, and wine, then tossed in...

This appetizer is a healthier version of the popular American potato croquettes, Tater Tots. Instead of potatoes, these tots are made with cauliflower, which is shredded into a smooth paste and...

For a quick and delicious way to cook cauliflower, fry it in an Asian-inspired sauce. First, add the chopped cauliflower to the hot pan and stir quickly, then add the remaining...

The Mexican appetizer fajitas differs from similar burritos or tacos in that all the fillings are individually placed at the table, and guests can add whatever they want to their tortilla. This is a great...

These breadsticks take a few hours to make, but they're worth it. They're baked with yeast dough mixed with whole-wheat flour, which packs a healthy punch of fiber. And...

Pasta with beans is one of the most popular and traditional dishes in Italy. It's a thick tomato soup with white beans and small tubular pasta, such as ditalini or horns,...

Baked carrots are a great side dish to replace potatoes. They'll be healthier and lower in calories, making them especially welcome on an already overflowing holiday table.

To make these simple, yet flavorful potato patties, you can boil fresh potatoes and mash them, or give a new life to leftover mashed potatoes from the day before. Add...

For this thick mashed potato, use early, low-starch potatoes—yellow-fleshed potatoes. After boiling, they develop a dense, creamy texture, perfect for...

To make this simple yet delicious and impressive salad, combine warm roasted butternut squash with watercress and pomegranate seeds and drizzle with a champagne dressing...

Banana is the perfect ingredient for a delicious smoothie. It thickens the drink, makes it more nutritious, and adds sweetness even without sugar. Adding a couple of dates to the smoothie only enhances this...

You can add variety to your oatmeal breakfast by making a delicious casserole with it, which is low in fat and calories but literally packed with amazing flavors, aromas, and textures. In...

Muhammara is a popular Middle Eastern snack made from a mixture of walnuts, peppers, breadcrumbs, pomegranate molasses, olive oil, lemon juice, and spices. All ingredients are mixed until...

A side dish of finely chopped green beans is much easier to eat with a spoon as a standalone dish. Fried bacon adds a rich flavor and a pleasant complement...

Bulgur is a type of wheat that has been cooked and dried, and is widely used in porridges, side dishes, and salads. Pilaf made from this grain is sometimes called bulgur. Bulgur is not...

Freekeh is made from wheat that's harvested young, while the grains are still soft, and then roasted. It originated in the Middle East, where it's often used in...

If you're looking for a fun yet simple way to serve green beans, try cooking them Asian-style. Blanch the beans first to soften them, but at the same time...

Khorasan wheat, or kamut, differs from regular wheat in its longer, golden-colored grain. It takes a long time to cook, but it develops a pleasantly firm texture and a warm, nutty flavor.

Green beans stewed with onions, tomatoes, and spices is an easy-to-make vegetable side dish with a rich flavor. This dish uses canned pureed tomatoes, and the beans...

This fiber-rich, hearty side dish makes a great addition to any meal. It's made with hulled barley, fried onions, and green peas, while fried bacon adds a touch of flavor.

This dish is made with hulled barley, which, unlike its relative pearl barley, undergoes less processing and contains more nutrients and dietary fiber. It takes a long time to cook, but...

Instead of regular buckwheat porridge, you can make a delicious and unusual buckwheat salad as a side dish. Pre-roasted grains will remain fluffy during cooking and acquire a richer flavor.

An easy way to turn a can of black beans into a delicious and mouth-watering side dish, perfect for a men's dinner. Warm the beans in a saucepan with roasted peppers...

This kale side dish balances the heat of red pepper with the citrusy freshness of orange. The kale is first simmered with onions in a mixture of orange and lemon juices, and then...

This white bean side dish comes together in minutes if you use canned beans instead of raw ones. All you have to do is infuse them with Mediterranean flavors by warming them up in a pan with...

A vitamin-rich green salad made with lettuce and grated carrots becomes even more nutritious if you prepare it with a fermented milk dressing made with equal parts natural yogurt and sour milk or kefir...

The main advantage of couscous over other grains is its quick preparation. Simply steep it in boiling water for a few minutes, and the base for hearty side dishes and salads is ready. And if couscous...

Spelt is a type of wheat that's unfairly overlooked in many people's daily diets. Yet, it makes a truly amazing side dish. When cooked, spelt grains...

Oatmeal doesn't have to be sweet; it's just as delicious served as a side dish. A glass of white wine during cooking turns oatmeal into a stunning risotto. Corn and corn broth...

To make these simple American-style buns, also called biscuits, you'll need a very simple set of ingredients: flour, baking powder, a little sugar,...

Purple potatoes are known not only for their beneficial properties and cardiovascular benefits, but also for their unusual natural color. The color of purple potatoes...

You can use any zucchini for this dish, cut into small cubes. A little olive oil, wine vinegar, onion, fresh herbs, and garlic give the zucchini a vibrant flavor, and...

A great way to cook turnips quickly and deliciously is to bake them with mushrooms. Combine equal-sized turnips and mushrooms on a baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and add a little rosemary.

A great alternative to rice in pilaf is spelt with a little Italian pasta. You can use orzo, which is small, about the size of rice grains, or finely chopped...

Quinoa is rich in protein and micronutrients, many times higher than other grains. Include this grain in your healthy diet, and it will be an excellent replacement for porridge...