Gorgonzola and Olive Stuffed Grape Leaves

Recipesfull introduces to you: Greek Recipes. (Gorgonzola and Olive Stuffed Grape Leaves). These are the richest appetizers we have ever served. They are wonderful with wine and cheese! A version of this recipe was a gift from a friend and we have enjoyed it along with our guests. Use as much Gorgonzola as suits your taste!

Brief

Prep 45 mins

Total: 45 mins

Servings: 20

Yield: 20 rolled leaves

Gorgonzola and Olive Stuffed Grape Leaves

Ingredients

¾ cup chopped green olives

¾ cup chopped kalamata olives

½ cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese

¾ cup chopped macadamia nuts

5 tablespoons chopped fresh basil leaves

4 roma (plum) tomatoes

seeded and chopped

1 red bell pepper

chopped

3 ½ tablespoons chopped fresh garlic

2 tablespoons brown sugar

salt to taste

ground black pepper to taste

1 (8 ounce) jar grape leaves packed in brine

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World Cuisine

Directions

Step 1

In a bowl mix the green olives kalamata olives Gorgonzola cheese macadamia nuts basil tomatoes bell pepper garlic and brown sugar. Season with salt and pepper.

Step 2

Lay each grape leaf flat and place a heaped tablespoonful of the olive and Gorgonzola mixture in the center. Fold or roll the leaves around the mixture. Chill until serving.

Nutritional Information

Gorgonzola and Olive Stuffed Grape Leaves

Servings Per Recipe:20

Calories: 90.9

% Daily Value *

Protein: 2.2g 5%

Carbohydrates: 5.3g 2%

Dietary Fiber: 0.8g 3%

Sugars: 2.1g

Fat: 7.3g 11%

Saturated Fat: 1.6g 8%

Cholesterol: 4.5mg 2%

Vitamin A Iu: 954.5IU 19%

Niacin Equivalents: 0.9mg 7%

Vitamin B6: 0.1mg 5%

Vitamin C: 11.1mg 19%

Folate: 14.6mcg 4%

Calcium: 71.3mg 7%

Iron: 0.8mg 4%

Magnesium: 12.3mg 4%

Potassium: 76.6mg 2%

Sodium: 605.5mg 24%

Thiamin: 0.1mg 8%

Calories From Fat: 65.6

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-)Nutrition information is provided for reference only. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.