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A traditional vegan dolma made by filling rehydrated dried eggplants and peppers with a rice, onion and olive-oil mixture.
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 piece (medium) of Olive-Oil Stuffed Dried Eggplant and Peppers (85 g) has 132 calories. That works out to 155 calories per 100 g. It contains 16 g of carbs, 2 g of protein, 6 g of fat and 2.7 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 13% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Olive-Oil Stuffed Dried Eggplant and Peppers is a Turkish-style dolma made by softening dried eggplants and peppers, then filling them with rice, onion and olive oil. It belongs to the family of olive-oil dishes often served as part of a home-cooked meal or a spread of small plates.
The rice filling turns tender, while the dried vegetables bring a deeper, slightly concentrated flavour. It is commonly served warm or at room temperature, as a starter, side dish or light meal; a squeeze of lemon makes a refreshing contrast. The rice and olive oil make it more substantial than a plain vegetable side, while its plant-based ingredients suit a vegan meal. Pair it with a crisp salad for a fuller plate.
Selected: 100 g
155
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
18.8g
· 7% DV
Protein
2.4g
· 5% DV
Fat
7.1g
· 9% DV
Fiber
3.2g
· 11% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 51% · Protein 6% · Fat 43%
Vitamins
Vitamin K
14µg · 12% DV
Vitamin C
9.5mg · 11% DV
Vitamin E
1.65mg · 11% DV
Vitamin A
85µg · 9% DV
Minerals
Sodium
240mg · 10% DV
Zinc
1mg · 9% DV
Phosphorus
52mg · 7% DV
Potassium ⭐
235mg · 7% DV
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.98g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.85g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.82g
Omega 6:3 ratio 14.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (14.4:1).
Olive-Oil Stuffed Dried Eggplant and Peppers is a Turkish-style dolma made by filling rehydrated dried eggplant and peppers with seasoned rice, onion, and olive oil. The dried vegetables give it a deeper, more concentrated flavor than dolma made with fresh produce.
Soften the dried eggplant and peppers, then fill them loosely with a rice mixture and simmer until the rice is tender. Onion, olive oil, tomato paste, garlic, and spices are common additions; leave room inside because the rice expands as it cooks.
Briefly boil the dried eggplant and peppers or soak them in hot water until pliable, then drain them well. They should bend without splitting but still hold their shape, since they will soften further while simmering with the filling.
A bitter taste in Olive-Oil Stuffed Dried Eggplant and Peppers can come from the dried eggplant or from insufficiently softened vegetables. Taste a piece after rehydrating; if it is strongly bitter, discard that batch rather than expecting the rice filling to mask it.
Leave space at the top of each vegetable when making Olive-Oil Stuffed Dried Eggplant and Peppers, because rice swells during cooking. Arrange the pieces snugly with their openings facing up, and simmer gently instead of stirring or boiling them vigorously.
Sumac extract or pomegranate molasses gives Olive-Oil Stuffed Dried Eggplant and Peppers its characteristic tang. Sumac steeped in water is common in Turkish home cooking; add the souring ingredient to the filling or cooking liquid to suit the recipe.
Olive-Oil Stuffed Dried Eggplant and Peppers is usually served at room temperature or chilled, like many olive-oil dolmas. Letting it rest after cooking helps the rice absorb the seasoned cooking juices, and a drizzle of olive oil is an optional finish.
Serve Olive-Oil Stuffed Dried Eggplant and Peppers with yogurt, a crisp salad, or other small dishes. Lemon can brighten the rich, savory filling, while yogurt offers a cooling contrast; it also works as part of a larger mezze spread.
Yes, Olive-Oil Stuffed Dried Eggplant and Peppers can be made ahead and kept covered in the refrigerator once cooled. Its flavors meld as it rests, so serve it chilled or bring it gently to room temperature before serving.
Yes, you can freeze Olive-Oil Stuffed Dried Eggplant and Peppers in an airtight container after it has cooled. The dried eggplant and peppers may become softer after thawing, so reheat the portions gently and avoid stirring them roughly.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.