More than 16 percent of adults in the United States have elevated cholesterol levels, according to 2010 information from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports. Limiting your saturated fat and dietary cholesterol intake can help lower your cholesterol. Dining on tasty main dishes low in cholesterol can satisfy your hunger while dropping your cholesterol.
Egg White Omelet
Starting your day off with an egg white omelet is a cholesterol-free way to get your morning egg fix. Unlike egg yolks -- which are rich in cholesterol and saturated fat -- egg whites are fat and cholesterol-free. You can use egg whites the same way you would use whole eggs when cooking your omelet. Consider adding fresh veggies like spinach and tomatoes to bump up the fiber content of your breakfast. Egg white omelets pair great with low-cholesterol breakfast foods like oatmeal and fresh fruit.
Tofu Kebabs
Cooking fresh kebabs over a fiery grill is a tasty summertime treat. However, kebabs with beef are high in cholesterol. Replacing beef with tofu, cuts out the cholesterol and leaves in much of the dietary protein that beef provides. To make tofu kebabs, skewer extra firm tofu, bell peppers and onions and grill until thoroughly cooked. Serve with salad and a sweet potato for a complete meal.
Bean Chili
Beans like pinto beans and garbanzo beans are naturally free of cholesterol. Because they're high in protein, you can use them to replace high-cholesterol meats like beef in your diet. Beans go one step further to lowering your cholesterol. They contain a special type of fiber known as beta glucans that grab and remove cholesterol in your gut. Combined with a healthy diet, eating soluble-rich foods like beans can significantly lower elevated blood cholesterol levels, the USDA states. Black bean chili is a spicy and flavorful dish containing beans, tomatoes, chilis, bell peppers and onion.
Chicken Stir Fry
Chicken stir fry is a low-cholesterol Asian favorite that you can make no matter on what side of the globe you live. Chicken is lower in cholesterol than high-fat meats like beef and pork. Opt for skinless chicken breast as this cut of chicken tends to contain less cholesterol than chicken wings or chicken thigh. To make at home, combine chicken, vegetables and soy sauce in hot wok until fully cooked. Serve over brown rice to complete this low-cholesterol masterpiece.
