Low Fat Rice Dolma

Delight in the wholesome goodness of Low Fat Rice Dolma, a healthier twist on a traditional Mediterranean favorite. These tender grape leaves are lovingly stuffed with a vibrant mixture of nutty brown rice, fresh herbs like parsley, dill, and mint, and a medley of vegetables, all lightly seasoned with aromatic cumin and zesty lemon juice. This guilt-free recipe is simmered to perfection in savory vegetable broth, creating a dish that bursts with flavor while remaining low in fat. Perfect as a light appetizer, side dish, or vegan main course, these rice dolmas are as nutritious as they are satisfying. Serve them with a fresh squeeze of lemon for an extra zing that's sure to impress your taste buds!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:90 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 40 pieces Grape leaves
• 1 cup Brown rice
• 1 medium, finely chopped Onion
• 1 medium, finely diced Tomato
• 0.5 cup, finely chopped Parsley
• 0.25 cup, finely chopped Dill
• 0.25 cup, finely chopped Mint leaves
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 0.25 cup Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Cumin
• 2 cups Vegetable broth

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the grape leaves thoroughly to remove excess brine and gently pat them dry.

Step 2

Cook the brown rice according to package instructions until half-cooked. This usually takes about 15 minutes for a cup of rice. Drain any excess water and set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the half-cooked rice, chopped onion, diced tomato, parsley, dill, mint, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and cumin. Mix well to combine all the flavors.

Step 4

Place a grape leaf, shiny side down, on a clean surface. Put about a tablespoon of the rice mixture near the stem end of the leaf.

Step 5

Fold the sides of the grape leaf over the filling and roll it up tightly from the stem end to the tip, forming a small cylinder. Repeat with the remaining leaves and filling.

Step 6

Line the bottom of a large pot with a few grape leaves to prevent sticking.

Step 7

Arrange the stuffed grape leaves seam side down, in tight rows over the lining leaves. You can stack them in layers if necessary.

Step 8

Pour the vegetable broth over the stuffed grape leaves in the pot.

Step 9

Place a heatproof plate over the dolmas to prevent them from unraveling during cooking.

Step 10

Bring the pot to a boil over medium heat, then reduce to low and let simmer for about 45 minutes, or until the rice is fully cooked and the grape leaves are tender.

Step 11

Remove the pot from heat and let it cool to room temperature before serving.

Step 12

Serve the dolmas with an additional squeeze of lemon for extra freshness.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1187.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	738.4

Total Fat 22.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.9g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4698.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 122.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.4g	0%
Total Sugars 28.3g
Protein 22.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 541.4mg	0%
Iron 13.2mg	0%
Potassium 2035.3mg	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: 25.9%

Protein: 11.6%

Carbs: 62.5%