Dolmas (Stuffed Grape Leaves)

Dolmas are believed to have originated in the Ottoman Empire and have been enjoyed for centuries in various Mediterranean cuisines.

This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 100 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.

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Dolmas (Stuffed Grape Leaves)

Cooking Method: Baking, Boiling Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean, Turkish Courses: Appetizer, Lunch, Main Course Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 60 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 1 hr 40 mins

Servings: 6 Calories: 1500

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 30 leaf Grape Leaves
• 1 cup Rice
• 2 medium Tomatoes
• 1 small Onion
• 1 bunch Parsley
• 1 bunch Mint
• 2 tablespoon Olive Oil
• 2 tablespoon Lemon Juice
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black Pepper

Instructions

1. In a bowl, combine the rice, diced tomatoes, chopped onion, parsley, mint, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.
2. Place a grape leaf on a flat surface and spoon about 1 tablespoon of the rice mixture onto the center of the leaf.
3. Fold the sides of the leaf over the filling and roll it up tightly.
4. Repeat with the remaining grape leaves and filling.
5. Place the dolmas in a large pot and add enough water to cover them.
6. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 45 minutes.
7. Remove from heat and let the dolmas rest for 10 minutes.
8. Serve the dolmas warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10g16%

Total Carbohydrate 35g12%

Sugars 5g

Protein 5g10%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.