Grilled Stuffed Grape Leaves with Goat Cheese and Black Pepper
Elevate your appetizer game with these irresistible Grilled Stuffed Grape Leaves with Goat Cheese and Black Pepper! This Mediterranean-inspired dish combines tender grape leaves filled with a velvety mixture of tangy goat cheese, zesty lemon zest, aromatic garlic, and a hint of bold black pepper. Lightly brushed with olive oil and perfectly charred on the grill, each bite offers a delightful balance of smoky, creamy, and savory flavors. Quick to prepare yet guaranteed to impress, these stuffed grape leaves are ideal for dinner parties, summer cookouts, or as a shareable snack. Garnished with fresh lemon wedges for a citrusy finish, they’re as beautiful to look at as they are delicious to eat. Perfect for lovers of Mediterranean cuisine, this elegant dish is sure to be a crowd-pleaser!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 20 Grape leaves (jarred or fresh)
- 200 grams Goat cheese
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
- 1 clove Garlic (finely minced)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 4 Lemon wedges (for garnish)
Instructions
If using jarred grape leaves, remove them from their liquid and rinse thoroughly to remove excess brine. If using fresh grape leaves, blanch them in boiling water for 1 minute, then transfer to an ice bath to cool. Pat dry and set aside.
In a mixing bowl, combine the goat cheese, black pepper, lemon zest, and minced garlic. Mix until smooth and fully incorporated.
Lay a grape leaf flat on a clean surface with the veins facing up and the stem end pointing toward you. Place about 1 teaspoon of the goat cheese mixture near the base of the leaf.
Fold the sides of the grape leaf over the filling, then roll it up tightly from the bottom to create a small, cigar-shaped parcel. Repeat with the remaining grape leaves and filling.
Brush each stuffed grape leaf lightly with olive oil to prevent sticking and to add flavor during grilling.
Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium heat. Place the stuffed grape leaves seam-side down on the grates and grill for 4-5 minutes per side, or until lightly charred and warmed through.
Transfer the grilled grape leaves to a serving plate. Garnish with lemon wedges and drizzle with additional olive oil if desired.
Serve immediately as an appetizer or snack, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
545 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.1 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.2 g | 46% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 27 mg | 9% | |
| Sodium | 2889 mg | 126% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 47.6 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 55.6 g | 199% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.7 g | ||
| Protein | 37.3 g | 75% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1893 mg | 146% | |
| Iron | 13.2 mg | 73% | |
| Potassium | 1427 mg | 30% | |
*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.
