CRANBERRY, ALMOND & MUSHROOM RICE PILAF

Cranberry, Almond & Mushroom Rice Pilaf image

Add cranberries, thyme and almonds to a mushroom rice pilaf for Cranberry, Almond & Mushroom Rice Pilaf, a tasty side dish. Our Cranberry, Almond and Mushroom Rice Pilaf is great for any holiday or part of a weeknight dinner.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories Grains

Time 32m

Yield 6 servings, about 1 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

2 tsp. canola oil
1 small onion, chopped
1-1/2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
1 can (14 oz.) fat-free reduced-sodium chicken broth
1-1/2 cups whole grain instant brown rice, uncooked
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/2 tsp. dried thyme leaves
1/2 cup sliced almonds, toasted

Steps:

Heat oil in large skillet on medium heat. Add onions; cook and stir 3 min. Add mushrooms; cook 3 min., stirring occasionally.
Add all remaining ingredients except nuts; stir. Bring to boil on high heat; cover. Simmer on low heat 10 to 12 min. or until liquid is absorbed.
Stir in nuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 210, Fat 5 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 110 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 5 g