6,311 low cholesterol recipes

Indian-style stir-fried cabbage with popped black mustard seeds and turmeric. A five-ingredient vegan side dish ready in under 10 minutes.

Broiled polenta squares topped with a quick fresh tomato and garlic sauce with parsley. A simple Italian vegetarian appetizer or snack with crisp edges and a soft, creamy center.

Traditional Mexican tortilla soup with fried tortilla strips simmered in a garlicky tomato broth with chili powder, topped with grated cheese. Simple, warming, and ready in 45 minutes.

Warm tomato vinaigrette with passata, herbed white wine vinegar, olive oil, and fresh parsley. A 4-ingredient sauce for grilled fish, chicken, pasta, or salads.

Braised pork chops with cumin, turmeric, and paprika in a simple onion-garlic pan sauce. Golden-seared and simmered low for tender, spice-rubbed flavor.

Cooked green chili salsa with simmered onion, garlic, green chilies, and fresh tomatoes blended smooth. A quick, mild Mexican-style salsa verde that works as a dip, sauce, or enchilada topping.

Rustic dried tomato soup simmered with garlic, olive oil, basil, oregano, and a touch of ginger. Made entirely from pantry staples, this low-effort soup deepens in flavor the longer it cooks.

A cherry gelatin twist on classic Waldorf salad, loaded with chopped apples, celery, and walnuts in a shimmering cherry Jello mold. Unmold on lettuce and serve.

Spicy-sweet chutney with Granny Smith apples, fresh red chilies, and toasted pine nuts. This Indian-inspired condiment simmers for 30 minutes, then chills to develop complex flavors. Pairs with roasted meats or cheese boards.

Roasted baby vegetables: pearl onions, carrots, and turnips tossed with maple syrup, thyme, and cider vinegar. A caramelized, lightly glazed side dish that pulls double duty for weeknights and holiday tables.

Low-fat chicken fajitas with five peppers: red, yellow, green bell peppers plus jalapeno and black pepper. Lime and cumin marinated, served in whole wheat tortillas.

Miso sauce for pasta made with yellow miso, sauteed scallions, garlic, and vegetable stock. A savory, umami-rich vegetarian pasta sauce ready in minutes with just six ingredients.

Basil-Vegetable Saute with zucchini, bell peppers, scallions, and fresh basil, ready in 15 minutes. A low-calorie, vegan side dish that works alongside grilled meats or pasta.

Polenta crostini topped with a savory porcini and cremini mushroom sauce. Crisp broiled polenta rounds stand in for bread, making this Italian appetizer naturally gluten-free.

Tender cod simmered in a spicy Cajun sauce piquant built on the holy trinity of onion, bell pepper, and celery with garlic and cayenne. Serve it over rice for a Louisiana-style fish supper.

Borden's and Gordon's punch: French vanilla ice cream blended with vodka, cold coffee, and creme de cacao. A retro punch-bowl White Russian for a crowd, served slushy by the ladle.