Greek Dish

Dolmades

Name: Dolmades
Cuisine: Greek
Ingredients: vine leaves; rice; onion; dill; mint; lemon juice; olive oil; pine nuts

Ντολμάδες

Also known as: Dolmadakia, Dolmas, Stuffed vine leaves, Stuffed grape leaves, Dolmathes

What is Dolmades?

Tender vine leaves stuffed with a filling of rice, herbs like dill and mint, and sometimes ground meat, then slowly simmered. Often served with yogurt or avgolemono sauce.

Typical Ingredients

•vine leaves

•rice

•onion

•dill

•mint

•lemon juice

•olive oil

•pine nuts

Allergen Information

Always confirm with restaurant staff before ordering.

Eggs

Sometimes Present

Dairy

Sometimes Present

Tree Nuts

Sometimes Present

Rice-only versions are often vegan. Some include pine nuts. May be served with yogurt (dairy) or avgolemono sauce (eggs, dairy).

Safer Variations

Allergen-friendly alternatives to ask for.

Choose vegetarian/rice dolmades without meat

Ask for olive oil and lemon instead of yogurt or avgolemono

Questions to Ask Staff

Important questions to confirm with restaurant staff.

Do the dolmades contain meat?

Are pine nuts in the filling?

Is the sauce yogurt-based or egg-lemon?

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Good for These Diets

Based on this dish's typical allergen profile, it may be suitable for:

Gluten-free

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Important Disclaimer

Allergen information is based on typical recipes and may vary by restaurant, region, or preparation method. Always confirm with restaurant staff before ordering.