Low Cholesterol Menu

 
29-Apr-2011 by foodiebynature

 

A low cholesterol menu is for people who are battling cholesterol problems or are health conscious. Though cholesterol, a waxy substance found in our blood id necessary for the body, its high levels can pose serious health risks like heart diseases.

 

 

 

So if are playing host to such guest or guests who are battling cholesterol problems, planning a low cholesterol menu can be a bit time consuming and may involve some research.

 

There are certain do’s and don’ts for the low cholesterol menu which need to be taken care of while planning the menu.

 

FOODS ALLOWED

FOODS RESTRICTED

Olive oil, refined vegetable oils

Butter

Egg white

Egg yolks

Fish, chicken

Red meat

Skimmed milk and milk products made from skimmed milk

Food made from refined flour

Vegetables, fruits

High sugar food items

 

Well, these are some, if not the entire list of food items restricted and permissible for a low cholesterol menu.

 

Low Cholesterol Dip

 

You can begin by adding a Low Cholesterol Dip to the menu.

 

This dip prepared from cottage cheese, Worcestershire sauce, cholesterol-free mayonnaise, garlic salt, onion, hot pepper sauce etc. will make for an interesting starter along with a variety of vegetables like carrot and celery sticks and broccoli to dip in it and savor.

 

No Cholesterol Popovers

 

You can also add No Cholesterol Popovers to the low cholesterol menu for starters. This recipe combines egg whites, skim milk, margarine, salt, bread flour and these popovers are a delight to savor.

 

Quinoa Tabbouleh Salad

 

For the appetizers you can incorporate a salad like a Quinoa Tabbouleh Salad.

 

This salad is made from quinoa, cucumbers, green onions, tomatoes and flavoured with lemon, parsley, salt and pepper.

 

Fruity Seaside Slaw

 

Other low cholesterol menu ideas can be to include the Fruity Seaside Slaw which will make for an interesting appetizer for the low cholesterol menu. It is prepared from prawns, scallops, red cabbage, grapes, mango, yogurt, dill, chives etc. and is quite healthy.

 

Lettuce Roll-Ups

 

For the entrée you can prepare the Lettuce Roll-Ups.

 

lettuce roll-ups

 

It is made from lettuce leaves, bean sprouts, mango slices, low-fat mayonnaise, yogurt, chestnuts etc. and these rolls are light and low cholesterol.

 

Stir Fried Broccoli With Almonds

 

Another dish you can try making for the low cholesterol menu is Stir Fired Broccoli with Almonds.

broccoli stir fry

 

It is cooked by combining broccoli, carrots, garlic, almonds etc. and this stir fry can be served either with rice or toasted whole wheat bread.

 

Spaghetti With Asparagus Sauce

 

Spaghetti with Asparagus Sauce will also make for a tasty main course dish for the low cholesterol menu.

 

spaghetti

 

This dish is prepared from spaghetti, asparagus sauce, cheese, olive oil, asparagus, salt, pepper etc.

 

Pudding Cake

 

For dessert, make a Pudding Cake.

 

pudding cake

It is made by using an angel food cake along with pineapple, strawberries, Jello-O etc. and makes for a tasty sweet dish.

 

Berry Strudel

 

A Berry Strudel can be a good choice for low cholesterol menu as well. This confectionary item has strawberries, raspberries and is quite delightful.

 

You can always add on to these food items for the low cholesterol menu and impress your guests with your choice of healthy food stuff.

 

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