Low Cholesterol Meal Plan and Grocery List

(***Watch for any food allergies and avoid those***)

Here's your 1,800 kcal Low Cholesterol Diet Meal Plan along with the grocery list:

🍽️ 1,800 kcal Low Cholesterol Diet Meal Plan

• Total Calories: ~1,800 kcal/day

• Macronutrient Ratio:

  • Carbohydrates: ~50%

  • Protein: ~20-25%

  • Healthy Fats: ~25-30%

• Key Focus:
  ✅ High fiber
  ✅ Healthy plant-based fats
  ✅ Lean proteins (plant-based & fish)
  ✅ Avoids saturated & trans fats

📅 Meal Plan

🥣 Breakfast (~450 kcal)

✅ Option 1: Oatmeal with Berries & Almonds

• ½ cup oats (150 kcal)

• ½ cup almond milk (30 kcal)

• ½ cup mixed berries (35 kcal)

• 1 tbsp almonds (70 kcal)

• 1 tsp honey (15 kcal)

✅ Option 2: Avocado Toast on Whole Wheat

• 1 slice whole wheat bread (80 kcal)

• ½ avocado (120 kcal)

• 1 tsp chia seeds (10 kcal)

• 1 tsp lemon juice (5 kcal)

• 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (30 kcal)

🍲 Lunch (~500 kcal)

✅ Option 1: Grilled Salmon & Quinoa Salad

• 3 oz grilled salmon (175 kcal)

• ½ cup cooked quinoa (110 kcal)

• 1 cup mixed greens (15 kcal)

• ½ cup cherry tomatoes (15 kcal)

• 1 tbsp olive oil + balsamic vinegar dressing (120 kcal)

✅ Option 2: Lentil Soup with Whole Grain Bread

• 1 cup homemade lentil soup (180 kcal)

• 1 slice whole wheat bread (80 kcal)

• 1 tsp olive oil drizzle (40 kcal)

• 1 cup steamed spinach (40 kcal)

🥗 Snack 1 (~150 kcal)

✅ Option 1: Hummus & Veggies

• 3 tbsp hummus (90 kcal)

• ½ cup cucumber & carrots (30 kcal)

✅ Option 2: Mixed Nuts & Dark Chocolate

• 5 almonds & 5 walnuts (70 kcal)

• 1 small square dark chocolate (70% cocoa) (60 kcal)

🍛 Dinner (~550 kcal)

✅ Option 1: Stir-Fried Tofu & Brown Rice

• ½ cup cooked brown rice (110 kcal)

• ½ cup stir-fried tofu (100 kcal)

• 1 cup mixed bell peppers & zucchini (50 kcal)

• 1 tbsp soy sauce (10 kcal)

• 1 tsp sesame oil (45 kcal)

✅ Option 2: Grilled Portobello Mushrooms & Sweet Potatoes

• 1 grilled portobello mushroom (35 kcal)

• ½ cup roasted sweet potatoes (100 kcal)

• 1 tbsp olive oil (120 kcal)

• 1 cup steamed broccoli (50 kcal)

🍎 Snack 2 (~150 kcal)

✅ Option 1: Apple & Almond Butter

• ½ apple (40 kcal)

• 1 tbsp natural almond butter (100 kcal)

✅ Option 2: Berry Smoothie with Almond Milk

• ½ cup mixed berries (35 kcal)

• ½ cup almond milk (30 kcal)

• 1 tbsp flaxseeds (50 kcal)

🛒 Grocery List (1 Week)

Protein & Dairy Alternatives

✅ Tofu (1 block)
✅ Salmon (1 lb)
✅ Lentils (2 cups)
✅ Almond milk (1 quart)
✅ Hummus (1 small container)

Fruits

✅ Apples (4)
✅ Mixed berries (2 cups)
✅ Avocados (3)
✅ Bananas (2)

Vegetables

✅ Mixed greens (1 bag)
✅ Cherry tomatoes (1 pint)
✅ Spinach (1 bunch)
✅ Kale (1 bunch)
✅ Broccoli (2 heads)
✅ Bell peppers (2)
✅ Zucchini (1)
✅ Mushrooms (Portobello, 2)
✅ Carrots (2 large)
✅ Cucumber (1)

Grains & Legumes

✅ Oats (2 cups)
✅ Quinoa (1 cup)
✅ Brown rice (2 cups)
✅ Whole wheat bread (1 loaf)

Healthy Fats & Nuts

✅ Almonds (1 cup)
✅ Walnuts (1 cup)
✅ Chia seeds (1 small bag)
✅ Flaxseeds (1 small bag)
✅ Olive oil (1 bottle)

Condiments & Miscellaneous

✅ Dark chocolate (70% cocoa, 1 bar)
✅ Balsamic vinegar (1 small bottle)
✅ Soy sauce (1 small bottle)
✅ Sesame oil (1 small bottle)
✅ Garlic (1 bulb)
✅ Turmeric (1 small container)

✔️ Key Benefits

✅ Lowers Cholesterol Naturally: High fiber & plant-based fats
✅ Heart-Healthy: No saturated fats, only healthy omega-3s
✅ Nutrient-Dense: Supports overall health