Stuffed Grape Leaves Casserole

Stuffed grape leaves, also known as dolmades, are a popular dish in Mediterranean cuisine and are often served as an appetizer or main course.

This is vegetarian, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 100 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.

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Stuffed Grape Leaves Casserole

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean Courses: Dinner, Main Dish Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegetarian

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

Servings: 6 Calories: 2100

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 30 leaves Grape leaves
• 1 cup Rice
• 4 medium Tomatoes
• 1 medium Onion
• 1 cup Parsley
• 1 cup Mint leaves
• 4 tablespoon Olive oil
• 2 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Pepper
• 2 cup Water

Instructions

1. Rinse the grape leaves under cold water and remove the stems.
2. In a bowl, combine the rice, chopped tomatoes, diced onion, chopped parsley, chopped mint leaves, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
3. Place a grape leaf on a flat surface, shiny side down. Spoon about a tablespoon of the rice mixture onto the center of the leaf.
4. Fold the sides of the leaf over the filling, then roll it up tightly.
5. Repeat with the remaining grape leaves and filling.
6. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
7. Place the stuffed grape leaves in a casserole dish, seam side down.
8. Pour water over the grape leaves until they are halfway submerged.
9. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 45 minutes.
10. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the grape leaves are tender and lightly browned.
11. Let the casserole rest for 10 minutes before serving.
12. Serve hot or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

Total Carbohydrate 45g15%

Sugars 5g

Protein 10g20%

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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.