Every meal in this low-cholesterol meals list is plant-based, loaded with fiber, and rich in nutrients. All of our recipes are naturally low in cholesterol, since plants don’t contain cholesterol.
You might also enjoy our high fiber recipes, low-calorie meals, and anti-inflammatory recipes.
When Louise and I started adding more plant-based meals into our routine back in 2018, we honestly didn’t expect a big change.
At first, it was just a few simple swaps. We tried out dishes like lentil burger for dinner, quick lunches with bean salads, and making tofu scramble for breakfast instead of eggs.
Before we knew it, we had more energy, felt lighter, and just enjoyed food in a whole new way.
If you’re thinking about making changes to your diet, whether it’s for lowering cholesterol, boosting your energy, or just trying something new, know that small steps can make a big difference 💪.
A quick heads-up: always talk to a healthcare professional if you’re dealing with health issues, thinking about big diet changes, or managing high cholesterol.
Louise and I aren’t doctors or nutritionists — we’re just passionate about sharing what’s worked for us and what tastes amazing. This list of recipes is meant to inspire you, not to replace medical advice.
We hope you find some new favorites here and see for yourself how satisfying and fun low-cholesterol meals can be.
What Makes a Meal Low in Cholesterol?
→ Cholesterol is only found in animal products.
→ Plants have zero cholesterol.
→ Fiber (especially soluble fiber) helps lower blood cholesterol naturally.
→ These meals focus on beans, vegetables, whole grains, healthy fats.
At The Plant-Based School, we believe that good food can be both heart-healthy and packed with flavor. Read more about foods that lower LDL-cholesterol here.
25 Easy Low-Cholesterol Meals
1. Mediterranean Lentil Soup
Hearty, fiber-rich, and ultra-comforting. We love to serve lentil soup with homemade bread.
2. Chickpea Salad
A quick, low-cholesterol salad packed with plant protein and a dairy-free tahini sauce.
3. Easy Split Pea Soup
A cozy, fiber-rich soup that’s naturally heart-healthy and filling.
A fresh, low-cholesterol pasta salad loaded with crunchy veggies and hugged by an Italian dressing.
Louise’s favorite curry, and heart-healthy dish that’s perfectly spicy, and satisfying.
Our rich, fiber-packed sauce perfect for a low-cholesterol pasta night.
7. Protein-rich lentil chili
This one-pot fiber powerhouse is hearty, spicy, and naturally plant-based.
8. Tofu cacciatore
My plant-based version of my Grandma’s cacciatore recipe. It’s a high-protein and low-cholesterol Italian classic.
A fiber-rich, heart-healthy burger that’s big on flavor with lower cholesterol compared to its beef alternative.
10. Chickpea Curry
A reader favorite and super quick, fiber-packed curry. It’s naturally cholesterol-free and satisfying.
11. Buddha Bowl
A colorful, low-cholesterol bowl packed with grains, greens, and grilled tofu.
12. Easy Oatmeal
A fiber-rich breakfast that naturally supports lower cholesterol. We topped it with fresh strawberries and dairy-free yogurt.
13. Stuffed Bell Peppers with rice
A hearty, plant-based meal full of fiber, protein, and Mediterranean spices.
A one-pot and low-cholesterol stew loaded with fiber, protein, and butternut squash.
A creamy, fiber-rich side that’s great for healthy eating with homemade corn tortillas.
A rich, low-cholesterol dish that’s loaded with fiber and big flavor. Butter beans are said to be beneficial for lowering cholesterol due to their high fiber content.
A hearty, plant-based soup that’s fiber-packed and low cholesterol. The mix of beans, peas and veggies, make this Italian soup super satiating.
A light and wholesome breakfast made entirely without eggs or cholesterol. It’s one of our easiest chickpea flour recipes.
A cozy, fiber-filled soup that has all the lasagna flavors without the beef.
A fresh, protein-packed salad with sweet potato that is naturally low in cholesterol.
A light, fiber-rich soup with tofu and veggies perfect for heart health.
Lentil bolognese is our meat-free version of a classic Italian sauce, ragù alla Bolognese. You get all the flavor from the classic sauce but low-cholesterol -yay!
Tempeh bacon is a crispy and flavorful bacon substitute that you can make in 15 minutes. It’s high fiber and without cholesterol.
Eggplant and chickpeas meet in a creamy curry gravy. This fantastic curry recipe is low-cholesterol and will satiate everyone around your table.
Less meat and more veggies with our Mushroom Wellington. It’s a delicious, protein-rich centerpiece for a memorable holiday dinner table.
More heart-healthy meals
- Easy lentil recipes
- Best meals with tofu
- 40 recipes with chickpeas
- Plant-based recipes for beginners
If you tried these low-cholesterol recipes or any other recipe on our blog, please leave a 🌟 star rating and let us know how it goes in the comments. We love hearing from you!
