Pine Nut Dolmades with Yogurt-Feta Dip Recipe

Name: Pine Nut Dolmades with Yogurt-Feta Dip
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 14 1/2 ounce can diced tomatoes; 1 cup long-grain white rice; 1 cup thinly sliced green onions; 1/2 cup (packed) finely chopped fresh mint (about 3 bunches); 1/2 cup (packed) finely chopped fresh dill (about 4 bunches); 1/2 cup pine nuts, toasted; 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 2 large garlic cloves, minced; 52 (about) grape leaves from jar (about two 2-pound jars); 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice; 1 cup plain yogurt (do not use low-fat or nonfat); 4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled; 1 large green onion, cut into 1-inch pieces; 1/4 teaspoon grated lemon peel

Servings: persons

1 14 1/2 ounce can diced tomatoes
1 cup long-grain white rice
1 cup thinly sliced green onions
1/2 cup (packed) finely chopped fresh mint (about 3 bunches)
1/2 cup (packed) finely chopped fresh dill (about 4 bunches)
1/2 cup pine nuts, toasted
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 large garlic cloves, minced
52 (about) grape leaves from jar (about two 2-pound jars)
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1 cup plain yogurt (do not use low-fat or nonfat)
4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
1 large green onion, cut into 1-inch pieces
1/4 teaspoon grated lemon peel

1
Place tomatoes with their juice in large bowl.
2
Add next 7 ingredients and mix to blend.
3
Season with salt and pepper.
4
Rinse grape leaves under cold water.
5
Drain.
6
Cover bottom of heavy large Dutch oven with grape leaves (about 6).
7
Place 1 grape leaf on work surface, vein side up; cut off stem.
8
Place about 1 tablespoon rice mixture in center of leaf toward stem end.
9
Fold sides over filling.
10
Starting at stem end of leaf, roll up tightly as for egg roll.
11
Place in Dutch oven, seam side down.
12
Repeat with more leaves and rice mixture, layering dolmades when bottom of pot is filled.
13
Pour lemon juice over dolmades.
14
Cover with grape leaves (about 6).
15
Add enough water to pot so that dolmades are almost covered.
16
Place heatproof plate atop dolmades to weigh down.
17
Cover pot and bring to boil.
18
Reduce heat to low; simmer until rice is tender almost all liquid is absorbed, about 35 minutes.
19
Remove from heat; uncover.
20
Allow dolmades to cool in pot.
21
Drain any liquid remaining in pot.
22
(Can be prepared 2 days ahead, Cover and chill.)
23
Arrange dolmades on platter.
24
Serve with Yogurt-Feta dip.
25
Place all ingredients in processor and puree until almost smooth.
26
Season with pepper.
27
Chill until cold, about 2 hours.
28
(Can be made 2 days ahead.
29
Keep chilled.)

1618

kcal

Calories

Fat

291

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

My Personal Notes

Saved locally in your browser — visible only to you.

How did you like this recipe?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 14 1/2 ounce can diced tomatoes, 1 cup long-grain white rice, 1 cup thinly sliced green onions, 1/2 cup (packed) finely chopped fresh mint (about 3 bunches), and more.

Yes, Pine Nut Dolmades with Yogurt-Feta Dip falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Pine Nut Dolmades with Yogurt-Feta Dip

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions