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Apple Almond Quinoa with Maple Sausage
Apple Almond Quinoa with Maple Sausage is the perfect side dish, light lunch, or dinner recipe. Packed with sweet and savory fall flavors!
Servings 4
Calories 246kcal
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup quinoa pre-rinsed
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 3 oz maple breakfast sausage I like Johnsonville brand
- 1 green onion chopped
- 1 small apple chopped
- 1/4 cup almonds sliced or chopped
- 2 Tablespoons dried cranberries
Instructions
- Bring chicken broth to a boil in a small saucepan then add the quinoa, place a lid on top, and simmer until the liquid has been absorbed and the quinoa is tender, 12-15 minutes. Fluff the quinoa with a fork then add to a large mixing bowl to cool slightly.
- Meanwhile, heat a small skillet over medium heat. Add the sausage then brown and drain, if necessary. Add cooked sausage, green onions, apple, almonds, and cranberries to the slightly cooled quinoa then toss to combine. Serve warm or chilled.
Nutrition
Calories: 246kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.05g | Cholesterol: 16mg | Sodium: 356mg | Potassium: 309mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 75IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 44mg | Iron: 2mg