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Rice-filled grape leaves with tomato paste and tangy flavor
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
6 piece (medium) of Tomato Paste Sour Stuffed Grape Leaves (150 g) has 189 calories. That works out to 126 calories per 100 g. It contains 27.6 g of carbs, 3.2 g of protein, 7.7 g of fat and 3.8 g of fiber. Its 0.7 mg of Manganese covers 31% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 48 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 6 piece (medium) · 150 g
189
KCAL / 150G
Carbs
27.6g
· 10% DV
Protein
3.2g
· 6% DV
Fat
7.7g
· 10% DV
Fiber
3.8g
· 14% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 57% · Protein 7% · Fat 36%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 189 kcal | |
| Total fat | 7.7 g | 10% |
| Saturated fat | 1.08 g | 5% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 638 mg | 28% |
| Total carbohydrate | 27.6 g | 10% |
| Fiber | 3.8 g | 14% |
| Protein | 3.2 g | 6% |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 6 piece (medium) | 150 g | 189 kcal |
| 3 piece (small) | 75 g | 95 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 126 kcal |
| 5 piece (medium) | 125 g | 158 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 189 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 180 g | 227 kcal |
| 8 piece (large) | 200 g | 252 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 225 g | 284 kcal |
| 10 piece (extra large) | 250 g | 315 kcal |
Calculated from 126 calories per 100 g.
Tomato-paste sour stuffed grape leaves are grape leaves wrapped around a rice-based filling and cooked in a tangy tomato-paste sauce. Onion, oil and seasonings are common in the filling, while the sour note usually comes from ingredients such as lemon or sumac; recipes vary.
To make tomato-paste sour stuffed grape leaves, wrap seasoned rice filling in grape leaves and arrange the rolls snugly in a pot. Pour over a sauce made with tomato paste, water and a souring ingredient, then simmer gently until the rice and leaves are tender.
The tang in tomato-paste sour stuffed grape leaves usually comes from lemon juice or sumac, though some cooks use another souring ingredient. Add it gradually to the cooking liquid and taste before pouring, since brined leaves and tomato paste can already contribute plenty of salt and flavor.
Tomato-paste sour stuffed grape leaves are commonly served warm, when their tomato-rich sauce is still fragrant. Letting them rest briefly after cooking helps the filling settle and makes them easier to handle; they can also be eaten at room temperature.
Tomato-paste sour stuffed grape leaves are a type of dolma: “dolma” broadly refers to stuffed vegetables or leaves, while “sarma” describes food wrapped in leaves. This version is distinguished by its grape-leaf wrapper and tangy tomato-paste cooking sauce.
Yes, jarred or brined grape leaves work for tomato-paste sour stuffed grape leaves. Rinse them first, and soak them briefly if they taste very salty. Fresh leaves also work, but they usually need a short blanching so they become flexible enough to roll.
Tomato-paste sour stuffed grape leaves often unravel when the rolls are loose, the pot is not packed snugly, or the simmer is too vigorous. Fold the sides inward, roll firmly while leaving room for the rice to expand, and place each roll seam-side down.
Serve tomato-paste sour stuffed grape leaves with plain yogurt or a crisp salad for a cool, fresh contrast to the tangy sauce. A simple side works best because the rice filling already makes the rolls satisfying.
Refrigerated tomato-paste sour stuffed grape leaves generally keep for 3–4 days when cooled promptly and stored in a covered container. Take out only the portion you plan to eat, and avoid leaving the cooked rolls at room temperature for extended periods.
Yes, tomato-paste sour stuffed grape leaves can be frozen once cooled. Freeze them in airtight portions, thaw them in the refrigerator, and reheat gently with a little water. The grape leaves may be softer after thawing, but the rolls remain suitable to eat.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
24µg · 20% DV
B1
0.14mg · 12% DV
Vitamin E
1.65mg · 11% DV
B6
0.18mg · 11% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.71mg · 31% DV
Copper
0.26mg · 29% DV
Sodium
638mg · 28% DV
Selenium
6.9µg · 13% DV
Potassium ⭐
282mg · 8% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
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Tomato-paste sour stuffed grape leaves are a Turkish home-style preparation: rice filling is rolled in vine leaves and flavored with tomato paste and a tangy note. Recipes vary from one household or region to another, but the combination of tender leaves and seasoned rice is the defining idea.
They can be served cool or at room temperature as part of a meze spread, or alongside a main meal. The leaves soften around a tender, filling centre, while the sourness keeps the rice from tasting too rich. They are mainly a source of carbohydrates, with 126 calories per 100 g. For a lighter meal, serve a few with a fresh salad or other vegetables.
Medium
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.
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
1.08g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.88g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.92g
Omega 6:3 ratio 8.7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (8.7:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.