Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsNoble Crust of St. PetersburgIssell's Heerin Recipe

Issell's Heerin Recipe

Time45m
Serves4

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Spices and Seasonings

Garnish

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Rinse the Quinoa

    Place the quinoa in a fine mesh strainer and rinse under cold water for 1-2 minutes. This helps to remove the natural coating that can make it taste bitter.

  2. 2

    Chop the Vegetables

    Dice the red bell pepper and zucchini into small cubes. This will help them cook evenly and blend well with the quinoa.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Cook the Quinoa

    In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed quinoa and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until the quinoa is fluffy and the liquid is absorbed.

  2. 4

    Sauté the Vegetables

    In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Add the chopped red bell pepper and zucchini, and cook for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender.

  3. 5

    Add Spinach and Chickpeas

    Stir in the spinach and chickpeas into the skillet with the sautéed vegetables. Cook for another 3-4 minutes until the spinach is wilted.

  4. 6

    Season the Mixture

    Add cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Mix well and cook for an additional 2 minutes, allowing the spices to blend with the vegetables.

  5. 7

    Combine with Quinoa

    Once the quinoa is cooked, fluff it with a fork and add it to the skillet. Stir everything together until well combined and heated through.

Serving

  1. 8

    Garnish and Serve

    Remove from heat, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve with lemon wedges on the side for an extra burst of flavor.

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