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Traditional meat and bulgur stuffed grape leaves
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Tokat-Style Stuffed Grape Leaves (180 g) has 256 calories. That works out to 142 calories per 100 g. It contains 29.2 g of carbs, 12.8 g of protein, 10.4 g of fat and 5.6 g of fiber. Its 0.9 µg of B12 covers 36% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 44 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 180 g
256
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
29.2g
· 11% DV
Protein
12.8g
· 26% DV
Fat
10.4g
· 13% 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 45% · Protein 20% · Fat 35%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 256 kcal | |
| Total fat | 10.4 g | 13% |
| Saturated fat | 2.61 g | 13% |
| Trans fat | 0.09 g | |
| Sodium | 738 mg | 32% |
| Total carbohydrate | 29.2 g | 11% |
| Fiber | 5.6 g | 20% |
| Protein | 12.8 g | 26% |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 180 g | 256 kcal |
| 3 piece (small) | 75 g | 107 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 142 kcal |
| 5 piece (medium) | 125 g | 178 kcal |
| 8 piece (large) | 200 g | 284 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 220 g | 312 kcal |
| 1 serving (extra large) | 280 g | 398 kcal |
| 12 piece (jumbo) | 300 g | 426 kcal |
Calculated from 142 calories per 100 g.
Tokat-Style Stuffed Grape Leaves is a regional Turkish dish of grape leaves wrapped around a savory filling, traditionally made with meat and bulgur. Tokat’s local grape leaves are closely associated with the dish and contribute a delicate, tangy flavor.
To make Tokat-Style Stuffed Grape Leaves, spoon a meat-and-bulgur mixture onto prepared grape leaves, fold in the sides, and roll them up. Arrange the rolls snugly in a pot and cook gently until the leaves and bulgur are tender.
Ground meat is commonly used in Tokat-Style Stuffed Grape Leaves, often lamb or beef depending on the household recipe. It is combined with bulgur and seasonings so the filling stays savory and substantial inside the grape leaves.
Tokat-Style Stuffed Grape Leaves are a local take on stuffed grape leaves, traditionally associated with Tokat’s grape leaves and a meat-and-bulgur filling. Recipes vary across Turkey, where other dolma may use rice, different seasonings, or vegetables as the wrapper.
Tender, thin grape leaves work best for Tokat-Style Stuffed Grape Leaves because they wrap easily and become pleasantly soft as they cook. If using brined leaves, rinse them first and soak especially salty leaves briefly to mellow their flavor.
Tokat-Style Stuffed Grape Leaves are usually served hot or warm as a main dish. A side of plain or garlic yogurt is a common pairing, while a fresh salad can add a crisp contrast to the tender rolls.
Yes, you can freeze Tokat-Style Stuffed Grape Leaves after they have cooled. Pack them in a sealed freezer-safe container, then thaw and reheat them thoroughly; freezing may soften the leaves slightly but is convenient for saving portions.
Leftover Tokat-Style Stuffed Grape Leaves generally keep for 3–4 days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Refrigerate them promptly after serving, and reheat only the portion you plan to eat.
Yes, Tokat-Style Stuffed Grape Leaves can be made without meat, although that changes the traditional meat-and-bulgur filling. Use bulgur with onion, herbs, and seasonings, and adjust the cooking liquid so the filling cooks through without becoming dry.
Tokat-Style Stuffed Grape Leaves can taste too salty if brined leaves are not rinsed, or turn tough if the leaves are thick or undercooked. Rinse salty leaves and cook the rolls gently until both the leaves and bulgur are tender.
Vitamins
B12
0.86µg · 36% DV
B3
4.32mg · 27% DV
Vitamin K
32.4µg · 27% DV
B6
0.36mg · 21% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.83mg · 36% DV
Copper
0.32mg · 36% DV
Selenium
18µg · 33% DV
Sodium
738mg · 32% DV
Potassium ⭐
428mg · 13% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
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Tokat-style stuffed grape leaves are a regional Turkish dish, filled with minced meat, bulgur, onion and seasonings, then gently cooked in vine leaves. The leaves bring a faint tang, while the filling is savoury and hearty; once cooked, the parcels are tender and moist. The dish takes its name from Tokat, a region known for its grape-growing tradition.
In Turkey, they are commonly served warm as a main dish, often with yoghurt. Elsewhere, they can be enjoyed as a substantial alternative to the rice-filled grape-leaf rolls familiar in many Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisines. Meat contributes protein, while bulgur and leaves add fibre. Pair a serving with a crisp salad, or use less oil in the filling for a lighter meal.
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
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2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
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No known major allergens
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not 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
2.61g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.59g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.3g
Omega 6:3 ratio 19.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (19.3:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.