Carrot-Quinoa Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 cups cooked quinoa
• 2 cups carrots, shredded
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

1. In a medium bowl, combine the cooked quinoa and shredded carrots.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, pepper, and sea salt.
3. Pour the mixture over the quinoa and carrots, and stir to combine.
4. Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and bake in a preheated oven at 375°F for 20 minutes.
5. Remove from the oven and stir in the fresh parsley.
6. Serve hot or cold.

Interesting Facts

• Quinoa is a great source of plant-based protein.
• Carrots are rich in beta-carotene, which is converted to Vitamin A in the body.
• This dish is a great way to get your daily servings of both quinoa and carrots.