Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsBernie's DinerGrone Recipe

Grone Recipe

Inspired by Bernie's Diner
Time45m
Serves4

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Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

Vegetables

Spices and Seasonings

Optional Toppings

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Rinse Quinoa

    Place 1 cup of quinoa in a fine-mesh strainer and rinse under cold water for about 2 minutes to remove any bitterness.

  2. 2

    Chop Vegetables

    Dice the red bell pepper, zucchini, and carrot into small, even pieces. Set aside.

  3. 3

    Prepare Spinach

    Wash the spinach leaves thoroughly and chop them coarsely. Set aside.

Cooking

  1. 4

    Cook Quinoa

    In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed quinoa and 2 cups of vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until all the liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes.

  2. 5

    Sauté Vegetables

    In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced red bell pepper, zucchini, and carrot. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until they start to soften.

  3. 6

    Add Spinach and Season

    Add the chopped spinach to the skillet with the sautéed vegetables. Stir in 1 tsp of garlic powder, 1 tsp of cumin, 1 tsp of salt, and 1 tsp of black pepper. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the spinach wilts.

  4. 7

    Combine Quinoa and Vegetables

    Fluff the cooked quinoa with a fork and then add it to the skillet with the sautéed vegetables. Mix well to combine all ingredients.

Serving

  1. 8

    Plate the Dish

    Serve the quinoa and vegetable mixture in bowls. Optionally, top with sliced avocado, crumbled feta cheese, and chopped fresh herbs for added flavor and presentation.

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