Grape Leaves Stuffed with Rice (1 Roll)

Reduce the rice portion in the stuffed grape leaves and choose a filling made with more herbs, vegetables, mushrooms, or lentils instead of extra rice.

Eat the grape leaves alongside protein such as grilled chicken, fish, eggs, tofu, or plain Greek yogurt to slow glucose absorption.

Add non-starchy vegetables first, such as a salad of leafy greens, cucumber, tomato, peppers, and olive oil–lemon dressing.

Avoid pairing the meal with bread, pita, potatoes, sweet drinks, juice, or dessert; choose water or unsweetened tea instead.

Limit the serving size, eat slowly, and consider splitting the portion into two smaller meals separated by a few hours.

Take a gentle 10–20 minute walk after eating, if this is safe and appropriate for you.