Gemista - Greek Stuffed Tomatoes

I totally loved this version of gemista! I wasn’t sure about the potato in the filling,my grandmother and mother never used it so neither do I, but it worked out really well!!!
Another greek alternative from me : Apart from tomatoes, you can also stuff bell peppers, eggplants or zucchini! Some people also stuff potatoes as well!!
One of my summer favorites!!

PUL Team - June 22, 2025, 12:15 a.m.

Aw lovely to hear you enjoyed this version of gemista, Margarita! Thank you for sharing your delicious alternative too 🫶

I was skeptical of the mint, but I really liked this dish! This recipe will be great when my tomato plants give me too many tomatoes. I made two changes. I didn’t have rice so I swapped the same amount of dried red lentils. And I added 1/4 tsp MSG.

PUL Team - June 17, 2025, 6:02 p.m.

Thanks for taking the time to share your experience with the recipe, Leah! Using red lentils instead of rice sounds like a tasty and protein-packed twist ✨

As Greek Cypriot that’s one of my favorite childhood recipes. We usually use rice (never heard of potatoes but I wouldn’t be surprised if that’s a thing because there are so many variations). In Cyprus traditionally we also add mince meat, so usually I use TVP for that extra protein. You can also use any kind of vegetable to stuff, from zucchini, to eggplant, onions, potatoes, artichoke. 🙌

PUL Team - June 16, 2025, 1:55 p.m.

Aww it's so special to hear how this recipe connects to your childhood, Savvas! Using TVP is a lovely idea for a plant-based twist. And wow, stuffed artichokes and onions sound amazing! So many delicious variations to try 🙌