Vegetarian Stuffed Grape Leaves

Vegetarian Stuffed Grape Leaves Recipe: A Delicious Mediterranean Delight
If you're looking for a healthy and flavorful vegetarian dish, look no further than Vegetarian Stuffed Grape Leaves. This classic Mediterranean recipe is a perfect appetizer or main course that is sure to impress your guests.

Ingredients (serves 4):

- 1 cup of uncooked long-grain rice
- 1/2 cup of chopped fresh parsley
- 1/2 cup of chopped fresh mint
- 1/2 cup of chopped fresh dill
- 1/2 cup of chopped onion
- 1/4 cup of olive oil
- 1/4 cup of lemon juice
- 1/4 cup of pine nuts
- 1/4 cup of currants
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
- 1 jar of grape leaves (about 60 leaves)

Instructions:

1. Rinse the rice in cold water and drain it well.
2. In a large bowl, mix the rice, parsley, mint, dill, onion, olive oil, lemon juice, pine nuts, currants, salt, and black pepper.
3. Rinse the grape leaves in cold water and drain them well.
4. Place a grape leaf on a flat surface, shiny side down, and remove the stem.
5. Place a tablespoon of the rice mixture in the center of the leaf.
6. Fold the bottom of the leaf over the filling, then fold the sides in, and roll it up tightly.
7. Repeat with the remaining grape leaves and filling.
8. Place the stuffed grape leaves in a large pot, seam side down, and cover them with water.
9. Place a plate on top of the grape leaves to keep them from floating.
10. Bring the water to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 45 minutes.
11. Remove the plate and let the grape leaves cool for a few minutes before serving.
Appearance and Taste:
Vegetarian Stuffed Grape Leaves are a beautiful and colorful dish that will impress your guests. The grape leaves are tender and flavorful, and the filling is a delicious combination of rice, herbs, nuts, and currants. The lemon juice adds a tangy flavor that balances the sweetness of the currants. This dish is perfect for a light lunch or as an appetizer for a dinner party.
Type of Dish: Appetizer/Main Course
Main Ingredients: Rice, Grape Leaves, Herbs