STUFFED VINE LEAVES (DOLMAS)

WOW this is so delicious and versatile!! Easy to make, amazing lemony & Mediterranean flavors and makes a perfect canape, starter or entree. This version is Lean & Green and totally Ketofabulous! Leave out the feta and it is vegan, add ground turkey and its a hearty dish. Enjoy!!!

ingredients

20 Fresh Marinated Grape Leaves*

3 cup Cauliflower Rice drained

1.5 cup pitted Kalamata olives

¾ cup cherry tomatoes

4 oz feta cheese (optional)

2 bunch fresh oregano

1 cup tomato sauce (see recipe)

*Vine/Grape leaves can be found at most grocery stores near the olives.

directions

For the stuffing

1. Using a food processor blend the olives, tomatoes, (fetta) and oregano into a chunky paste

2. In a bowl combine the paste with the cauliflower rice and mix, but don’t overmix

Assembly

1. Place one grape leaf on a clean work surface with the veins up

2. Spoon 1-2 tbl of the mix onto the bottom of the leaf and shape into a horizontal “log” that stretches from side to side of the leaf

3. Roll the leaf upwards and fold the 2 sides in to form a tightly rolled “cigar”

4. Place in a glass baking dish and continue until all of the “cigars” are done

5. Spoon the tomato sauce over the “cigars”, cover and bake for 20 min at 350°