Yalanchi dolmas are delicious, meatless stuffed grape leaves filled with rice, mint, walnuts, and a tangy vinegar-lemon mix. Serve with tzatziki or nondairy yogurt for the perfect appetizer, ideal for any gathering.
Yalanchi Dolmas (Meatless Stuffed Grape Leaves)
Yalanchi dolmas are delicious, meatless stuffed grape leaves filled with rice, mint, walnuts, and a tangy vinegar-lemon mix. Serve with tzatziki or nondairy yogurt for the perfect appetizer, ideal for any gathering.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl, flat workspace, spoon, grape leaves, small bowl (for dipping sauce), clean kitchen towel (optional)
Ingredients
- 2 cups 348 g cooked rice (white, brown, long, or short)
- 2 tablespoons 6 g finely chopped mint leaves
- 2 tablespoons 30 ml balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons 30 ml lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons 30 ml extra-virgin olive oil
- ½ cup 60 g finely chopped walnuts
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 12 grape leaves
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked rice, mint, balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, olive oil, walnuts, salt, and pepper.
- Mix until uniform using your hands.
- Prepare a clean, flat workspace to assemble the dolmas.
- Lay one grape leaf flat on the workspace.
- Place about 2 tablespoons (20 g) of the rice mixture in the center of the leaf.
- Carefully fold in the sides of the leaf and roll up tightly like a burrito.
- Repeat with the remaining 11 leaves.
- Serve the dolmas warm, cold, or at room temperature with tzatziki or nondairy yogurt for dipping.
Notes & Wine Advice
Serving Tip:
These dolmas make a great appetizer or snack! Serve them with a side of tzatziki or nondairy yogurt for dipping.
Wine Advice:
Pair with a crisp white wine such as a Sauvignon Blanc or a dry rosé to complement the refreshing flavors of the dolmas.
Nutrition values
Calories: 50 kcal | Carbohydrates: 10 g | Protein: 1 g | Fat: 2 g | Sugar: 1 g