Honey Glazed Carrot and Quinoa Bowl

A vibrant and nutritious main dish featuring tender honey-glazed carrots served over fluffy quinoa, enhanced with fresh herbs and a hint of lemon zest. Perfect for a wholesome, plant-based meal.

Main Dish
Easy 25 min 320 cal
Steps

1. Rinse quinoa under cold water and cook according to package instructions (about 15 minutes). 2. While quinoa cooks, heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. 3. Add sliced carrots and minced garlic, sauté for 5 minutes until slightly tender. 4. Stir in honey, ground cumin, salt, and pepper; cook for another 3-4 minutes until carrots are glazed and tender. 5. Fluff cooked quinoa with a fork, then mix in lemon zest and chopped parsley. 6. Plate the quinoa and top with the honey-glazed carrots. 7. Serve warm and enjoy your healthy, flavorful meal.

Ingredients

2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced 1/4 cup quinoa 1/2 tablespoon honey 1 teaspoon olive oil 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon lemon zest 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley Salt and pepper to taste 1/2 clove garlic, minced

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