9,912 low cholesterol recipes

Japanese braised eggplant stuffed with tempeh, mushrooms, and bell pepper in a sherry-soy-molasses sauce. A hearty vegetarian main served over brown rice.

Grilled shrimp with pesto pasta salad: chilled linguine tossed in homemade basil pesto with red and green peppers, topped with quick-grilled shrimp skewers. A summer entrée salad that works hot or cold.

Toasted bagels topped with sweet roasted red bell peppers, caramelized red onions, and a smear of cream cheese. A quick open-faced breakfast or lunch ready in 40 minutes.

Grilled vegetable and ravioli salad with cheese-stuffed pasta, smoky grilled vegetables, and a red wine vinegar vinaigrette. An 8-minute summer dinner that turns leftover grilled vegetables into a full-meal salad.

Pasta tossed with four colors of oven-roasted bell peppers, balsamic vinegar, garlic, fresh basil, and olive oil. A vibrant, low-fat sauce bursting with smoky sweetness.

A hearty post-Thanksgiving chowder with butternut squash, celery root, savoy cabbage, rice, and leftover turkey in a silky pureed broth. Use up those holiday leftovers in 45 minutes flat.

Kiwi lime marmalade made in the microwave in just 10 minutes. Fresh kiwi, lime zest, lime juice, and sugar cook down into a bright, tangy spread. No canning required.

Yam bake a la orange: sliced yams layered with fresh orange, dried figs, and walnuts, drizzled with honey and orange-zest butter. A bright, naturally sweet holiday side without marshmallows.

Stir-fried asparagus with shiitake mushrooms, garlic, and oyster sauce in a light bouillon-cornstarch glaze. A quick Thai-inspired vegetable side dish ready in minutes.

Sauterne-marinated venison chops layered with green pepper rings stuffed with rice, onion, and fresh tomato, then oven-steamed in chunky tomatoes and Angostura bitters until tender.

Cranberry wine gelatin mold with fresh cranberries simmered in red wine, set with raspberry gelatin, and studded with chopped walnuts. A jewel-toned holiday side or dessert.

Vegan pumpkin oat muffins with unique pumpkin topping instead of butter. Egg-free recipe uses soy milk and apple juice for moist, plant-based fall muffins. Dairy-free breakfast.

Add more toppings to your burger with this sweet and delicious condiment made from bell peppers.

To see a very similar dessert I made this summer, check out my Grilled Peaches with Coconut Milk Ice Cream recipe.

Another salad substitute that's both scrumptious and entertaining for dinner with family or friends.

Andalusian gazpacho with 3 pounds of fresh tomatoes, bread, garlic, olive oil, and white wine vinegar, served ice-cold with a spread of diced vegetable garnishes. No cooking required.