QUINOA CRANBERRY PILAF

QUINOA CRANBERRY PILAF image

Yield 4 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

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1/2 medium onion, chopped
1 t extra virgin olive oil
1 c dry quinoa, rinsed
1 c water
1 c chicken broth
1/2 c dried cranberries
2 T fresh parsley, chopped
1/2 c slivered almonds or sunflower seeds, toasted

Steps:

In a medium pot over medium heat, sauté onion in the oil until translucent, 3-5 minutes. Stir in the quinoa and cook for 2-5 minutes. Add water and broth and bring to a boil. Cover pot and simmer for 15-20 minutes. Turn off heat. Add cranberries, parsley, and almonds (do not stir in yet) and replace cover. Let sit for 5 minutes, then gently combine all ingredients.