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.

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.

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