Grape Leaves Stuffed with Rice, Currants, and Herbs

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
35%
Grape Leaves Stuffed with Rice, Currants, and Herbs
45 min.
8
103kcal

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Discover the delightful flavors of Mediterranean cuisine with our Grape Leaves Stuffed with Rice, Currants, and Herbs. This vegetarian and gluten-free dish is not only a feast for the eyes but also a wholesome addition to any meal. Perfectly suited for gatherings, it serves up to eight people, making it an ideal side dish for family dinners or festive occasions.

Imagine tender grape leaves enveloping a savory filling of long-grain rice, sweet currants, and a medley of fresh herbs like dill, parsley, and mint. Each bite bursts with flavor, complemented by the subtle warmth of ground cinnamon and the crunch of pine nuts. The dish is beautifully balanced, with a caloric content of just 103 kcal per serving, allowing you to indulge without guilt.

Ready in just 45 minutes, this recipe is perfect for both novice cooks and seasoned chefs looking to impress. The preparation process is straightforward, making it a fun cooking experience that you can share with friends or family. Serve these delightful rolls with a side of plain fat-free yogurt and fresh lemon wedges for a refreshing contrast that enhances the dish's vibrant flavors.

Whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply craving a taste of the Mediterranean, these stuffed grape leaves are sure to become a favorite. Dive into this culinary adventure and enjoy the rich traditions of Mediterranean cooking right in your own kitchen!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • tablespoons currants dried
  • 0.5 cup yogurt plain fat-free
  • 1.5 tablespoons optional: dill fresh chopped
  • tablespoons flat-leaf parsley fresh chopped
  • 1.5 tablespoons mint leaves fresh chopped
  • 24 large grape leaves 
  • 0.5 cup green onions chopped
  • 0.1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  •  lemon wedges 
  • cup onion finely chopped
  • tablespoons pinenuts 
  • 0.5 cup rice long-grain uncooked
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • cup water 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • paper towels

Directions

  1. Rinse grape leaves with cold water; drain well. Pat dry with paper towels.
  2. Remove stems; discard. Set aside.
  3. y?y?rge nonstick skillet over medium heat. Coat pan with cooking spray.
  4. Add 1 cup chopped onion; cook 7 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally.
  5. Add rice, green onions, and nuts; cook 4 minutes, stirring frequently. Stir in water and next 7 ingredients (through cinnamon); bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 15 minutes or until rice is tender. Cool slightly.
  6. Spoon 1 rounded tablespoon rice mixture onto center of each grape leaf. Fold one side of leaf over filling. Fold opposite side of leaf over filling. Beginning at 1 short side, roll up leaf tightly, jelly-roll fashion. Steam grape leaves, covered, 10 minutes or until thoroughly heated. Cool to room temperature.
  7. Serve with yogurt and lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts

Calories103kcal
Protein11.93%
Fat17.32%
Carbs70.75%

Properties

Glycemic Index
31.84
Glycemic Load
7.07
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
10.359130434368%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
4.13mg
Hesperetin
5.12mg
Naringenin
0.1mg
Apigenin
2.21mg
Luteolin
0.48mg
Isorhamnetin
1.03mg
Kaempferol
0.25mg
Myricetin
0.24mg
Quercetin
4.98mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:103.35kcal
5.17%
Fat:2.12g
3.26%
Saturated Fat:0.22g
1.35%
Carbohydrates:19.47g
6.49%
Net Carbohydrates:16.92g
6.15%
Sugar:5.64g
6.26%
Cholesterol:0.31mg
0.1%
Sodium:164.73mg
7.16%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.28g
6.57%
Vitamin A:2678.38IU
53.57%
Vitamin K:40.82µg
38.87%
Manganese:0.69mg
34.49%
Vitamin C:15.22mg
18.45%
Fiber:2.55g
10.19%
Calcium:89.24mg
8.92%
Phosphorus:76.04mg
7.6%
Magnesium:28.38mg
7.1%
Copper:0.14mg
6.97%
Vitamin B6:0.12mg
6.06%
Vitamin B2:0.1mg
6.01%
Folate:23.95µg
5.99%
Potassium:204.6mg
5.85%
Iron:0.92mg
5.1%
Zinc:0.61mg
4.04%
Selenium:2.64µg
3.77%
Vitamin B1:0.06mg
3.72%
Vitamin B3:0.69mg
3.46%
Vitamin E:0.5mg
3.36%
Vitamin B5:0.32mg
3.18%
Vitamin B12:0.09µg
1.56%
Source:My Recipes