Cabbage leaves filled with rice, herbs, and lean meat, baked in tomato sauce.
Ingredients: 8 cabbage leaves, 1 cup cooked rice, 200g lean ground turkey, 1 onion, 2 cups tomato sauce, 1 tsp oregano, 1 tbsp olive oil
Categories: High Cholesterol • Heart Disease
Japanese-style eggplant roasted with a savory miso glaze.
Ingredients: 2 large eggplants, 2 tbsp miso paste, 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 1 tbsp mirin, 1 tsp ginger, 1 tsp sesame seeds
Categories: High Cholesterol • Heart Disease • Blood Pressure
A comforting stew with lean beef, barley, and root vegetables.
Ingredients: 300g lean beef cubes, 1 cup pearl barley, 2 carrots, 2 potatoes, 1 onion, 2 cloves garlic, 4 cups beef broth
Categories: High Cholesterol • Vegetarian
Baked peppers filled with a hearty mixture of rice, spinach, and herbs.
Ingredients: 4 bell peppers, 1 cup brown rice, 2 cups spinach, 1 onion, 2 cloves garlic, 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp lemon juice
Categories: High Cholesterol • Heart Disease • Vegetarian
A colorful Spanish rice dish with saffron and mixed vegetables.
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups Arborio rice, 1 onion, 1 red bell pepper, 1 zucchini, 1 cup peas, 1 tomato, 1/4 tsp saffron, 3 cups vegetable broth
Categories: High Cholesterol • Heart Disease • Vegetarian
A hearty stew with chickpeas, tomatoes, and warming spices.
Ingredients: 2 cups chickpeas (soaked overnight), 1 onion, 2 cups tomatoes, 2 carrots, 2 tsp cumin, 1 tsp cinnamon, 2 tbsp olive oil
Categories: High Cholesterol • Heart Disease • Vegetarian
Oven-baked eggplant filled with quinoa, herbs, and feta for a rich vegetarian main.
Ingredients: 2 large eggplants, 1 cup cooked quinoa, 1/2 cup feta cheese, 1/4 cup parsley, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 onion, 2 cloves garlic
Categories: High Cholesterol • Heart Disease • Vegetarian
A protein-packed, leaner fried rice with chicken breast and egg whites.
Ingredients: 2 cups cooked brown rice, 150g chicken breast, diced, 2 egg whites, lightly beaten, 1 cup mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn), 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
Categories: High Cholesterol • Heart Disease
Rich in omega-3s, this salmon and spinach combo makes fried rice both tasty and heart-friendly.
Ingredients: 2 cups cooked brown rice, 150g salmon fillet, cut into cubes, 2 cups fresh spinach, 2 cloves garlic, minced, 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
Categories: High Cholesterol • Heart Disease
A silky pumpkin soup infused with warm spices and a hint of lemon. Packed with fiber, antioxidants, and heart-friendly fats, this soup is designed to support cholesterol levels and overall cardiovascular health, without sacrificing flavor.
Ingredients: 1 medium pumpkin (about 1 kg), peeled, deseeded, and cubed, 1 medium onion, chopped, 2 cloves garlic, minced, 2 medium carrots, chopped, 1 small sweet potato, chopped (optional, for creaminess), 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 1 tsp turmeric powder, 1 tsp ground cumin, ½ tsp ground black pepper, ½ tsp ground cinnamon (optional, adds warmth), 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth, Juice of ½ lemon, Fresh parsley or coriander, chopped (for garnish)
Categories: High Cholesterol • Heart Disease • Vegetarian
Tender, juicy pork cooked lean with fiber-rich roasted vegetables.
Ingredients: 300g pork tenderloin (trimmed of visible fat), 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp dried rosemary, 1 tsp dried thyme, 1 tsp garlic powder, Pinch of black pepper, 1 cup zucchini, sliced, 1 cup carrots, sliced, 1 cup bell peppers, chopped
Categories: High Cholesterol
A lighter take on beef stir-fry, rich in fiber and antioxidants, with lean protein.
Ingredients: 200g lean beef strips (sirloin or tenderloin, trimmed of fat), 1 cup broccoli florets, 1 cup sliced bell peppers, 1 small carrot, thinly sliced, 2 cloves garlic, minced, 1 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce, 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
Categories: High Cholesterol