Dolmas

Name: Dolmas
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1 jar grape leaves (jarred), rinsed; 1 cup white rice; 1/2 yellow onion, finely diced; 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped; 1 tbsp fresh mint, chopped; 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped; 3 tbsp olive oil; 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice; 3 cups vegetable broth; 1/4 tsp salt; 1/8 tsp black pepper

Mediterranean grape leaves stuffed with fragrant rice, herbs, and spices, then rolled and steamed. A classic Middle Eastern and Mediterranean appetizer that's light, fresh, and delicious.

55 minMediumServes 6140 cal/serving

MediterraneanAppetizerStovetopVegetarianVegan

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Ingredients

1 jar grape leaves (jarred), rinsed
1 cup white rice
1/2 yellow onion, finely diced
1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
1 tbsp fresh mint, chopped
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
3 tbsp olive oil
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
3 cups vegetable broth
1/4 tsp salt
1/8 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1

Rinse 1 jar rinsed grape leaves (jarred) well under cold water to remove excess brine.
2

In a bowl, combine 1 cup white rice, 1/2 finely diced yellow onion, 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill, 1 tbsp chopped fresh mint, 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, 3 tbsp olive oil, half the 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper.
3

Place a grape leaf shiny side down on a flat surface. Add 1 tbsp of filling near the bottom of the leaf.
4

Fold the bottom over the filling, fold in the sides, and roll tightly upward like a cigar. Repeat with remaining grape leaves and filling.
5

Arrange rolls seam-side down in a pot. Pour 3 cups vegetable broth and remaining lemon juice over the rolls.
6

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 30 minutes until the rice is tender.
7

Serve warm or at room temperature.

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What is Dolmas?

Mediterranean grape leaves stuffed with fragrant rice, herbs, and spices, then rolled and steamed. A classic Middle Eastern and Mediterranean appetizer that's light, fresh, and delicious. This reference files it under Mediterranean appetizer: made on the stovetop, rated medium and about 55 minutes start to finish.

How long does Dolmas take?

As written, 55 minutes: 25 of prep and 30 of cooking. The longest single stretch is step 6 (30 minutes): "Cover and simmer for 30 minutes until the rice is tender."

How do I know when Dolmas is done?

Go by the cues in the method rather than the clock. Step 6: cook until the rice is tender.

How many calories are in Dolmas?

One serving (the recipe makes 6) is about 140 calories, with 3 g protein, 20 g carbohydrate and 5 g fat, plus 2 g fiber and 380 mg sodium.

How long does Dolmas keep?

Refrigerate what is left of Dolmas within two hours and eat it within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop. The grain firms up as it chills; add a spoonful of water before reheating.

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