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Gemista - Greek stuffed vegetables

Gemista (stuffed) is a beloved summer dish in Greek cuisine. Tomatoes, peppers or courgettes are hollowed out and filled with a mix of rice, tomato pulp and herbs.

They are drizzled with olive oil and baked in the oven. Potato wedges are tucked between the vegetables. Gemista is a vegetarian dish served in summer when vegetables are at their tastiest.

Gemista - Greek stuffed vegetables
  • Tomatoes, peppers, courgettes or aubergines are stuffed with a rice and herb mixture.
  • The vegetables are baked in the oven drizzled with olive oil alongside potato wedges.
  • Gemista is a naturally vegetarian dish popular in summer.
  • It is one of the most common dishes in Greek home cooking.
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