Grape Leaves Stuffed with Goat Cheese Figs
Elevate your appetizer game with these luxurious Grape Leaves Stuffed with Goat Cheese and Figs, a fusion of creamy, tangy, and subtly sweet flavors wrapped in tender grape leaves. This Mediterranean-inspired recipe combines velvety goat cheese with finely chopped dried figs, a drizzle of honey, and the earthy fragrance of fresh thyme for a filling that’s both decadent and well-balanced. Lightly pan-seared in olive oil for a golden finish and drizzled with bright lemon juice, these delicate bites are as visually stunning as they are delicious. Perfect served warm or at room temperature, these stuffed grape leaves make an elegant addition to any gathering, delivering a perfect blend of textures and bold flavors in every bite. Keywords: stuffed grape leaves, goat cheese appetizer, Mediterranean recipes, fig recipes, elegant appetizers.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 20 pieces Grape leaves
- 150 grams Goat cheese
- 6 pieces Dried figs
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
Instructions
If using jarred grape leaves, rinse them thoroughly with cold water to remove excess brine, and pat them dry with a paper towel. Set aside.
Finely chop the dried figs into small pieces.
In a mixing bowl, combine goat cheese, chopped figs, honey, fresh thyme, salt, and ground black pepper. Mix thoroughly until smooth and well-incorporated.
Lay a grape leaf flat on a clean surface, with the veiny side facing up and the stem end closest to you. Trim any tough stems, if necessary.
Spoon about 1 teaspoon of the goat cheese and fig mixture onto the center of the leaf, near the stem end.
Fold the bottom part of the leaf over the filling, then fold in the sides, and roll tightly into a small cylinder. Repeat with the remaining grape leaves and filling.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add olive oil.
Place the stuffed grape leaves seam-side down in a single layer in the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until lightly browned and heated through.
Drizzle the cooked grape leaves with lemon juice and transfer them to a serving plate.
Serve warm or at room temperature, optionally garnished with additional thyme or a drizzle of honey.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
361 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.9 g | 20% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.5 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 20 mg | 7% | |
| Sodium | 556 mg | 24% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 50.1 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.4 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.4 g | ||
| Protein | 9.4 g | 19% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 244 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 447 mg | 10% | |
*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.
