Thanksgiving Bites - Quinoa Stuffing

Thanksgiving is riiiight around the corner! Can you believe it?! 

Check out this great alternative to traditional Thanksgiving stuffing - made with quinoa, celery and green apples! Yum! 

                       

Quinoa Stuffing: 

This simple stuffing is loaded with delicious vegetables and herbs and takes just 10 minutes to prep.

Total Time: 42 min.

Prep Time: 10 min.

Cooking Time: 27 min.

Yield: 16 servings, ⅔ cup each

Ingredients:

2 Tbsp. olive oil

1 medium onion, chopped

2 cloves garlic, finely chopped

8 medium celery stalks, chopped (about 4 cups)

2 medium green apples, with peel (about 2 cups)

4 cups low-sodium organic vegetable broth

2 cups dry quinoa, rinsed

1 tsp. sea salt

1 tsp. ground cumin

½ tsp. ground black pepper

½ cup dried cranberries

½ cup chopped fresh cilantro

½ cup pine nuts

Preparation:

1.Heat oil in medium saucepan over medium-high heat.

2. Add onion and garlic; cook, stirring occasionally, for 2 minutes, or until fragrant.

3. Add celery and apple; cook, stirring frequently, for 8 to 10 minutes, or until tender.

4. Add broth, quinoa, salt, cumin, and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook, covered, for 15 minutes, or until most of liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat.

5. Add cranberries. Cover and let stand for 5 minutes.

6. Add cilantro and pine nuts; fluff with fork and serve.

What are you serving for Thanksgiving?  Share in a comment below! 

Xoxo, 

Corina