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Greek Stuffed Onions

Delicious Greek Stuffed Onions That Warm the Heart

Greek Stuffed Onions are a comforting dish filled with rice, herbs, and spices, perfect for meal prep and family gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 4 onions
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 4 medium Yellow Onions oval-shaped onions are best for stuffing
  • 1 cup Short Grain or Arborio Rice brown rice can be a healthier substitute
  • 1 lb Ground Beef feel free to use ground turkey or plant-based options
  • 2 cloves Garlic adjust quantity to taste
  • 1 cup Grated Tomato fresh tomatoes are a lovely alternative
  • 2 tbsp Tomato Paste can swap for more fresh tomatoes
  • 1 tbsp Chicken Stock Paste vegetable stock paste works for vegan option
  • to taste Salt & Pepper essential for bringing out natural flavors
  • 1 tbsp Dried Oregano fresh oregano can improve flavor
For the Fresh Touch
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil extra virgin provides a robust flavor
  • 2 tbsp Lemon Juice fresh juice is key to optimal taste
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley can substitute with dill for different flavor
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Mint

Equipment

  • Baking dish
  • Medium Bowl
  • Large Skillet
  • Pot

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and prepare a baking dish by lightly greasing it with olive oil.
  2. Soak the rice in water for about 20 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  3. Boil the yellow onions for 10-15 minutes until the outer layers are tender.
  4. Blend grated tomato and tomato paste, seasoning with salt, pepper, and oregano. Set aside.
  5. In a skillet, sauté diced onions and minced garlic in olive oil for 5-7 minutes until softened. Add ground beef and cook until browned.
  6. Lower heat and mix in drained rice, grated tomato, lemon juice, parsley, mint, salt, and pepper. Let simmer for 8-10 minutes.
  7. Stuff the boiled onions with the filling, rolling the edges to secure.
  8. Place the stuffed onions in the baking dish, pour the reserved tomato sauce on top.
  9. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes, then remove foil and bake for an additional 25-30 minutes until tender.

Nutrition

Serving: 1onionCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Allow leftovers to cool completely before storage. Adjust seasoning to taste.

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