A diet for people with high cholesterol focuses on plant-based products -- such as vegetables and legumes -- while cutting back on animal-based products. As part of switching from a diet high in cholesterol to one low in cholesterol, you should eat at least three to five servings of fruits and vegetables each day. Fruits and vegetables, along with whole grains and legumes, are among the foods that do not contain any cholesterol. Although switching from a high cholesterol diet to a healthier eating plan is not always easy, it can offer many health benefits.