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Making Greek Salad for Winter?

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Start date Dec 30, 2022

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I know that Greeks tend to cook seasonally. The tradition village salad has all summer vegetables. Do they change the village salad ingredients for winter? Are there other salads? The only salad I know of for winter is cabbage salad - and I actually do make a lot of that at this time of year. What seasonal salads do you all cook this time of year?

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No Meat Dolmades (Stuffed Grape Leaves) Recipe

ssherie_
Yesterday at 12:58 PM
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It has taken me a long time to get vegetarian dolmades to the point where I enjoy them. Here is my recipe. It uses a lot of oil, so strict fasters shouldn't eat them. But most people aren't super strict so I would even say these are good for lent!

Ingredients:

1 jar of grape leaves (about 60-70 leaves)
1 cup short-grain rice
1 large onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup chopped fresh dill
1/2 cup chopped fresh mint
1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
1/4 cup olive oil, plus extra for drizzling
Juice of 2 lemons
Salt and pepper to taste
Water

Instructions:

Prepare the Grape Leaves:
- If using grape leaves preserved in brine, rinse them well under cold water to remove excess salt. If using fresh grape leaves, blanch them in boiling water for about 1 minute, then drain and rinse with cold water. Trim off any stems.
Prepare the Filling:
- In a large bowl, combine the rice, chopped onion, minced garlic, chopped dill, chopped mint, chopped parsley, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix well to combine.
Fill and Roll the Grape Leaves:
- Place a grape leaf flat on a clean work surface, shiny side down, with the stem end facing you. Spoon about 1 tablespoon of the rice filling onto the center of the leaf, near the stem end.
- Fold the bottom of the leaf over the filling, then fold in the sides, and roll tightly into a small cylinder.
- Repeat with the remaining grape leaves and filling, arranging the rolled dolmades seam-side down in a large pot or deep skillet, packing them snugly together.
Cook the Dolmades:
- Once all the dolmades are rolled and packed in the pot, drizzle with a little olive oil and lemon juice.
- Pour enough water into the pot to just cover the dolmades.
- Place a heatproof plate or lid directly on top of the dolmades to keep them submerged during cooking.
- Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer gently for about 45-60 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the grape leaves are tender.

What are the most famous Greek cheeses?

knicks_fan87
Thursday at 11:06 AM
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I'm reaching out to this knowledgeable community to ask: What are the most famous Greek cheeses that you've tried or heard of?

Are there any particular varieties that are a must-try or any hidden gems that rarely escape the borders of Greece? And if you have any delicious recipes or pairings to share, I'd love to hear about those too!

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blopez34
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acamp7
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Whether you have cherished family recipes passed down through generations or you're trying something new this year, I'd love to hear about it. From traditional favorites like lamb and tzatziki to mouthwatering desserts like baklava and tsoureki, every dish adds to the festive atmosphere.

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