Quinoa Pilaf With Cranberries And Almonds

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

½ teaspoon salt

2/3 cup dried cranberries

2/3 cups sliced almonds, toasted

Heat oil in a medium pot over medium high heat. Add onions and cook, stirring often, until just softened, 2-3 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, 8-10 minutes more. Toss with almonds and serve.

Nutrition Facts: per serving, 220 calories, 9g total fat, 1g saturated fat, 0mg cholesterol, 240mg sodium, 32g total carbohydrates, 4g fiber, 9g sugar, 6g protein.