Ingredients

The following ingredients have 6 Servings
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 small red onion, chopped
  • 1 cup uncooked quinoa, rinsed and drained
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 2/3 cup dried cranberries
  • 2/3 cup sliced almonds, toasted

Instruction

  • Heat oil in a medium pot over medium high heat.
  • Add onion and cook, stirring often, until just softened, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Add quinoa and toast, stirring constantly, for 1 minute.
  • Stir in broth and salt and bring to a boil then reduce heat to medium low, cover and simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Stir in cranberries, cover again and continue to cook until liquid is completely absorbed and quinoa is tender, 8 to 10 minutes more.
  • Toss with almonds and serve.