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Dolma

Dolma is a traditional dish featuring grape leaves stuffed with a savory mix of rice, herbs, and spices, perfect for any occasion.
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Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keyword: dolma, stuffed grape leaves, Mediterranean, vegetarian, traditional
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients

  • 30 grape leaves
  • 1 cup rice
  • 1 onion finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup pine nuts
  • 1/2 cup fresh parsley chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh dill chopped
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 lemon juiced
  • 3 cups vegetable broth

Instructions

  • Prepare the grape leaves by rinsing them if using jarred ones; soak fresh ones in boiling water for 5 minutes.
  • In a pan, heat olive oil and sauté the chopped onion until translucent.
  • Add rice and pine nuts; stir for 2-3 minutes until toasted.
  • Mix in parsley, dill, salt, and pepper; remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  • Place a grape leaf on a flat surface, vein side up, and add a spoonful of filling at the stem end.
  • Fold the sides over the filling and roll tightly from the stem to the tip.
  • Repeat until all leaves and filling are used.
  • Arrange the dolmas in a pot, seam side down, layering if necessary.
  • Pour vegetable broth and lemon juice over the dolmas.
  • Cover and simmer on low heat for 45-60 minutes until rice is cooked.

Nutrition

Calories: 120kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 6g | Fiber: 2g