Greece
Gemista — Greek Stuffed Vegetables
Tomatoes and peppers filled with herbed rice and baked until tender.

Preparation25 minutes
Cooking45 minutes
Servings4–6 people
DifficultyModerate
Method
- Prepare the filling components and preheat the oven.
- Arrange or fill the ingredients evenly in the baking dish.
- Add the sauce, topping or cooking liquid specified for the dish.
- Bake until tender, browned and safely cooked through.
- Rest before portioning and document the tested time and yield.
How to make Gemista — Greek Stuffed Vegetables
Tomatoes and peppers filled with herbed rice and baked until tender.
Gemista is featured in Axadle’s Food & Culture collection as part of our guide to Greece cooking. This page brings together the ingredients, preparation details and step-by-step method in one practical recipe for home cooks.
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Follow the ingredient list and numbered method above to prepare Gemista. Recipes can vary between regions and households, so taste as you cook and adjust seasoning and texture to suit the ingredients available to you.
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