Jul 14 2026
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Vegetarian Dalmades Recipe

Inspired by Samos Restaurant
Time1h 30m
Serves4

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Ingredients

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Filling

Wrapping

Cooking Liquid

Method

Prepare the Filling

  1. 1

    Cook the Rice

    In a medium pot, combine 1 cup of long-grain rice with 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until the rice is fully cooked and water is absorbed.

  2. 2

    Sauté the Onion

    In a skillet, heat 3 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add 1 finely chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5-7 minutes.

  3. 3

    Mix the Filling

    In a large bowl, combine the cooked rice, sautéed onion, 1 cup of chopped parsley, 1 tablespoon of chopped dill, 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of black pepper. Mix well to combine.

Prepare the Grape Leaves

  1. 4

    Rinse the Grape Leaves

    If using jarred grape leaves, rinse them under cold water to remove excess salt. If using fresh, blanch them in boiling water for about 2-3 minutes until softened.

  2. 5

    Prepare for Wrapping

    Lay the grape leaves on a flat surface, vein side up, with the stem end facing you.

Stuff and Roll the Dalmades

  1. 6

    Stuff the Leaves

    Place about 1 to 2 tablespoons of the rice filling at the base of each grape leaf. Fold in the sides and roll tightly from the base to the tip.

  2. 7

    Repeat

    Continue the same process until all the filling is used. Place the rolled leaves seam-side down in a large baking dish.

Cook the Dalmades

  1. 8

    Add Cooking Liquid

    In a bowl, mix together 2 cups of vegetable broth, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, and 1 teaspoon of salt. Pour this mixture over the rolled grape leaves in the baking dish.

  2. 9

    Cover and Bake

    Cover the baking dish with foil and bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 45 minutes.

  3. 10

    Serve

    Remove from the oven and let cool slightly. Serve warm or at room temperature with lemon slices on the side.

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