Honey Glazed Carrot & Quinoa Bowl

Name: Honey Glazed Carrot & Quinoa Bowl
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 1 serving
Ingredients: 2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced; 1/2 cup cooked quinoa; 1 tsp honey; 1 tsp olive oil; 1 tsp lemon juice; 1/2 tsp fresh thyme leaves (or 1/4 tsp dried); Salt and pepper to taste; Optional: chopped parsley for garnish

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20 minTotal time

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320kcal / serving

Ingredients

For 1 serving

servings

2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
1/2 cup cooked quinoa
1 tsp honey
1 tsp olive oil
1 tsp lemon juice
1/2 tsp fresh thyme leaves (or 1/4 tsp dried)
Salt and pepper to taste
Optional: chopped parsley for garnish

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A vibrant, nutritious main dish featuring tender, honey-glazed carrots atop a bed of fluffy quinoa, accented with fresh herbs and a hint of lemon zest for a refreshing finish.

Main Dish

Steps

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
Add sliced carrots and sauté for 5 minutes until they start to soften.
Drizzle honey over the carrots and continue to cook for another 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until carrots are tender and caramelized.
Stir in lemon juice, thyme, salt, and pepper.
Warm the cooked quinoa in a microwave or on the stovetop.
Plate the quinoa and top with the honey-glazed carrots.
Garnish with chopped parsley if desired and serve warm.