Ingredients

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

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.