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Source of protein, contains calcium, may be high in sodium from preserved grape leaves
In season: Spring · Summer
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
4 piece (medium) of Stuffed grape leaves with curd cheese (120 g) has 185 calories. That works out to 154 calories per 100 g. It contains 8.9 g of carbs, 9.7 g of protein, 12.2 g of fat and 3.1 g of fiber. Its 69.6 µg of Vitamin K covers 58% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 18 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 4 piece (medium) · 120 g
185
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
8.9g
· 3% DV
Protein
9.7g
· 19% DV
Fat
12.2g
· 16% DV
Fiber
3.1g
· 11% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 19% · Protein 21% · Fat 60%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 185 kcal | |
| Total fat | 12.2 g | 16% |
| Saturated fat | 4.92 g | 25% |
| Trans fat | 0.12 g | |
| Sodium | 494 mg | 21% |
| Total carbohydrate | 8.9 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 3.1 g | 11% |
| Protein | 9.7 g | 19% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 4 piece (medium) | 120 g | 185 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 30 g | 46 kcal |
| 2 piece (small) | 60 g | 92 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 90 g | 139 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 154 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 231 kcal |
| 6 piece (large) | 180 g | 277 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 220 g | 339 kcal |
| 8 piece (extra large) | 240 g | 370 kcal |
Calculated from 154 calories per 100 g.
Stuffed grape leaves with curd cheese are grape leaves wrapped around a filling made with curd cheese, often with herbs or seasonings. Unlike many familiar dolma varieties, the cheese is the defining filling rather than rice or meat.
To make stuffed grape leaves with curd cheese, place a small amount of seasoned curd cheese filling on each leaf, fold in the sides, and roll it up. Arrange the rolls in a pan with a little water and cook gently until the leaves soften.
Stuffed grape leaves with curd cheese can be served warm or chilled. For a cold serving, let them cool after cooking and refrigerate them first; the filling firms up, making the rolls easier to handle and serve.
Not necessarily: curd cheese is the defining ingredient, and rice is not essential to this filling. Some recipes add rice, herbs, or other seasonings, so check the recipe or ask the maker if you need to know the exact ingredients.
Stuffed grape leaves with curd cheese use curd cheese as their signature filling, while Greek dolmades are commonly filled with rice and herbs, sometimes with meat. Recipes vary by region, but the cheese-centered filling is the key distinction.
Yes, rinse brined grape leaves before making stuffed grape leaves with curd cheese to remove excess surface salt. If the leaves taste especially salty, soak them briefly and drain them well before adding the filling.
Serve stuffed grape leaves with curd cheese with plain yogurt, a fresh salad, or other light sides. They also work as part of a mezze spread; avoid pairing them only with salty dishes if the preserved leaves are already salty.
Keep cooked stuffed grape leaves with curd cheese in a covered container in the refrigerator and eat them within three days. Refrigerate them within two hours of cooking, and take out only the portion you plan to serve.
Yes, you can freeze stuffed grape leaves with curd cheese, although the leaves and cheese filling may soften or change texture after thawing. Freeze them in a sealed container, thaw in the refrigerator, and reheat thoroughly before eating.
Yes, stuffed grape leaves with curd cheese can be made ahead and chilled until serving. Cook them first, cool them promptly, and keep them covered in the refrigerator; their flavor and shape often hold up well for a short preparation window.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
69.6µg · 58% DV
B12
0.46µg · 19% DV
B2
0.22mg · 17% DV
Vitamin A
115.2µg · 13% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
154mg · 22% DV
Manganese
0.5mg · 22% DV
Sodium
494mg · 21% DV
Calcium
170mg · 17% DV
Potassium ⭐
238mg · 7% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Stuffed grape leaves with curd cheese are a Turkish-style take on sarma: grape leaves are wrapped around a filling centred on lor, a fresh, mild curd cheese. Herbs and seasonings vary from one home recipe to another, and the broader tradition of stuffed grape leaves is shared across Turkey and the eastern Mediterranean.
They are commonly served cool or at room temperature as part of a meze spread, or as a light snack. The cheese contributes protein and calcium; a 100 g portion provides 8.1 g of protein. Preserved leaves can bring plenty of salt, so rinse or soak them first if you prefer a gentler flavour, then serve with lemon and fresh herbs.
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.
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.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not 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
4.92g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.44g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.96g
Omega 6:3 ratio 7.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (7.4:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.