Gorgonzola and Olive Stuffed Grape Leaves

Experience a Mediterranean delight with these Gorgonzola and Olive Stuffed Grape Leaves—a gourmet twist on a classic dish! Tender grape leaves are wrapped around a creamy, savory filling made with tangy Gorgonzola cheese, luscious cream cheese, and briny Kalamata olives, perfectly accented by fresh parsley, dill, and a zesty touch of lemon juice. Lightly steamed to perfection, these bite-sized morsels are drizzled with extra virgin olive oil for a luscious finish. Perfect as an elegant appetizer or a sophisticated side dish, this recipe offers a balance of bold flavors and delicate presentation. Whether served warm or at room temperature, these stuffed grape leaves are sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

Nutriscore Rating: 41/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 20 pieces Grape leaves
• 150 grams Gorgonzola cheese
• 50 grams Pitted Kalamata olives
• 100 grams Cream cheese
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 2 tablespoons Fresh dill, chopped
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
• 1 clove Garlic, minced
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the grape leaves thoroughly under cold water to remove excess brine. Pat them dry with a clean towel and set aside.

Step 2

In a medium mixing bowl, mash the Gorgonzola cheese and cream cheese together until smooth and well combined.

Step 3

Chop the pitted Kalamata olives into small pieces and fold them into the cheese mixture.

Step 4

Add the chopped parsley, dill, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper into the mixture. Stir well to distribute the flavors evenly.

Step 5

Place one grape leaf on a clean surface, vein side up. Take a small spoonful (about 1 tablespoon) of the filling and place it in the center of the leaf near the stem end.

Step 6

Fold the sides of the grape leaf over the filling, then roll it up tightly from the bottom to the top, like a small burrito. Repeat with the remaining grape leaves and filling.

Step 7

Place the stuffed grape leaves seam-side down in a steamer basket or a heatproof dish.

Step 8

Heat a large pot of water to a gentle simmer. Place the steamer basket or dish with the stuffed grape leaves over or in the pot and steam them for 5 minutes, just to warm through and soften the leaves slightly.

Step 9

Arrange the stuffed grape leaves on a serving platter, drizzle with extra virgin olive oil, and garnish with extra chopped herbs if desired.

Step 10

Serve slightly warm or at room temperature as an appetizer or side dish. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(416.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1265.7

Total Fat 118.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 54.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.5g
Cholesterol 234.9mg	0%
Sodium 4341.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 20.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.7g	0%
Total Sugars 5.6g
Protein 41.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1067.1mg	0%
Iron 4.4mg	0%
Potassium 368.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 81.2%

Protein: 12.5%

Carbs: 6.3%