Legumes Lower LDL Cholesterol
What to lower your LDL cholesterol and heart attack risk? Then give peas a chance and beans, chickpeas and lentils. A research study reported a 5 percent drop in blood LDL cholesterol by eating a three-quarter cup (180 ml) serving of legumes a day. Not bad for a food thats only side affect may be flatulence (gas) and even that can be reduced by soaking dry beans prior to cooking.
Not only do legumes lower LDL cholesterol, they are a good source of fiber, protein, vitamins and minerals. Legumes are a major source of protein for vegetarian diets. Legumes can also make you feel full longer which is ideal if you are trying to lose weight. The high fiber in legumes can help maintain regularity.
Legumes are also versatile. You can eat them in a salad, side dish or entree. They can be prepared so many different ways. Here are a few examples. Click on the photo for the recipe:
Green Peas
Cook green peas per package directions or steam until tender.
Green Peas Risotto
Green Peas in Pasta
Charro Beans and Rice
Baked Beans and Mixed Vegetables
Recipe coming soon.
White Bean Chili
Recipe coming soon.
Lentil Soup
Split Pea Soup
Hummus
Refried Beans and Chicken Enchiladas
No Recipe. See Charro Beans for cooking pinto beans.
Beans and Macaroni
Four Bean Bean Salad
Red Lentil Soup
Red Beans and Rice