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Vegetarian stuffed vegetables with rice or bulgur, no meat
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
2 piece (medium) of Stuffed vegetables without minced meat (180 g) has 198 calories. That works out to 110 calories per 100 g. It contains 33.3 g of carbs, 4 g of protein, 5.8 g of fat and 5.6 g of fiber. Its 39.6 µg of Vitamin K covers 33% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 2 piece (medium) · 180 g
198
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
33.3g
· 12% DV
Protein
4g
· 8% DV
Fat
5.8g
· 7% DV
Fiber
5.6g
· 20% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 66% · Protein 8% · Fat 26%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 198 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5.8 g | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 0.9 g | 5% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 396 mg | 17% |
| Total carbohydrate | 33.3 g | 12% |
| Fiber | 5.6 g | 20% |
| Protein | 4 g | 8% |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2 piece (medium) | 180 g | 198 kcal |
| 1 piece (thin) | 60 g | 66 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 90 g | 99 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 110 kcal |
| 1 piece (thick) | 120 g | 132 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 160 g | 176 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 200 g | 220 kcal |
| 3 piece (large) | 270 g | 297 kcal |
Calculated from 110 calories per 100 g.
Stuffed vegetables without minced meat are often called vegetarian dolma or meatless dolma. In Turkish cooking, “dolma” refers to vegetables filled with a seasoned mixture, commonly rice, onion, herbs and olive oil.
Stuffed vegetables without minced meat belong to a cooking tradition shared across Turkey and the wider eastern Mediterranean and Middle East. Recipes vary by region, with different vegetables, herbs and seasonings used for the filling.
Bell peppers, zucchini, eggplant and tomatoes are common choices for stuffed vegetables without minced meat. The vegetable is hollowed out to make room for the filling; onions and dried eggplant are also used in some regional versions.
Parsley, dill and mint are classic herbs for stuffed vegetables without minced meat. Allspice, black pepper and lemon can add warmth or brightness, while some Turkish-style fillings also include currants or pine nuts.
To keep stuffed vegetables without minced meat intact, leave room for the rice to expand and arrange the vegetables snugly in the pot. A small plate placed on top helps hold them in place while they simmer.
Yes, bulgur can replace rice in stuffed vegetables without minced meat. Use fine bulgur for a tender filling, and avoid packing it tightly into the vegetables because it expands as it cooks.
Stuffed vegetables without minced meat can be served either hot or cold. Olive-oil versions are often cooled and served at room temperature, while other styles are served warm as part of a main meal.
Yes, stuffed vegetables without minced meat can be cooked ahead and chilled, which also gives the filling time to absorb the flavors. Bring them out shortly before serving if you want to serve them at room temperature.
Stuffed vegetables without minced meat generally keep for about 3–4 days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Refrigerate them once they have cooled, rather than leaving the cooked vegetables out for an extended time.
Yes, stuffed vegetables without minced meat can be frozen, although the vegetables may turn softer after thawing. Cool them first, pack them in an airtight container, and thaw them in the refrigerator before reheating or serving.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
39.6µg · 33% DV
Vitamin C
23.4mg · 26% DV
Vitamin A
162µg · 18% DV
Folate
43.2µg · 11% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.16mg · 18% DV
Sodium
396mg · 17% DV
Manganese
0.31mg · 13% DV
Potassium ⭐
378mg · 11% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Stuffed vegetables without minced meat is a Turkish-style dish made by filling vegetables such as peppers, courgettes or aubergines with rice or bulgur, often mixed with onion, herbs and spices. The filling varies by household and region, and olive oil is common in meat-free versions.
Serve it warm or chilled: olive-oil dolma is often enjoyed as part of a meze spread, with lemon, bread or yoghurt alongside. Without meat, it is a vegetable-forward dish whose energy comes mainly from its grain filling; it provides 3.1 g of fibre per 100 g. For a lighter plate, use plenty of vegetables in the filling and pair the dolma with a fresh salad.
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
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.9g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.16g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.72g
Omega 6:3 ratio 8.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (8.3:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.