Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of Mediterranean cuisine with these irresistible stuffed grape leaves. Tender and savory, each bite is filled with a delightful mixture of rice, spices, and fresh herbs, making them perfect for appetizers or main courses. With their beautiful presentation and rich taste, these grape leaves are sure to impress at any gathering or cozy dinner at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 jar (16 oz) grape leaves, rinsed
- 1 cup long-grain rice, uncooked
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped (about 1 cup)
- ¼ cup fresh dill, chopped (or 2 tbsp dried)
- ½ cup lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- ¼ cup olive oil (plus more for drizzling)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the grape leaves under cold water if using jarred; if fresh, blanch in boiling water for 2-3 minutes until tender.
- In a large bowl, mix rice, onion, dill, olive oil, salt, pepper, and lemon juice until well combined.
- Place a grape leaf on a flat surface with the stem end facing you. Add about 1 tablespoon of filling near the base. Fold sides over and roll tightly from bottom to top.
- In a pot or Dutch oven, layer leftover grape leaves on the bottom to prevent sticking. Arrange rolled grape leaves seam-side down in layers.
- Cover with water until about an inch above the rolls. Drizzle olive oil and squeeze more lemon juice on top.
- Bring to a boil over medium heat; then reduce heat to low and simmer for about 45 minutes until rice is tender.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Appetizer/Main Course
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 stuffed grape leaves (120g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg