Sesame-Honey Tempeh and Quinoa Bowl

So I have been searching for quinoa at my local grocery and either they keep moving it or I am incapable of food shopping. I like to think its the first. I made this the other night for Matt and I and it was delicious and healthy. With 28 g of protein and 5 g of fiber per serving, this vegetarian dish is a great source of nutrients and is very simple to make. Yummy yummy.

Sesame-Honey Tempeh and Quinoa Bowl 

Ingredients: 

• 1 package Tempeh crumbled (you will find this in the produce section next to tofu)
• 1 small onion - chopped
• Sesame oil (peanut will also work)
• 1 1/2 tbsp Honey
• 1 1/2 tbsp Soy Sauce (reduced sodium)
• Cornstarch
• Scallions
• Fresh Cilantro (optional)
• Water
• Quinoa  (8 tbsp will be enough for this recipe)
• 1 cup grated carrots
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds

Directions: 

1. First we will prepare the quinoa. Bring 1 cup of water to a boil and then add the 1/2 c of quinoa. Bring back up to a boil then reduce to a simmer and cover until all the water is absorbed. 
2. While your quinoa is cooking you will make your carrot slaw. In a medium bowl, add grated carrots, rice vinegar, sesame seeds, 1 1/2 tsp of sesame oil and 1 1/2 tsp of soy sauce. Mix until all ingredients are coated and combined and let sit. 
3. Once all the water is absorbed (10 to 15 minutes), uncover and let quinoa stand. 
4. Your tempeh will come in a pre-packaged block. You want to crumble this block into small pieces. Just simply rub the tempeh between your fingertips and it will easily fall apart. 
5. In a medium to large skillet, add in 1 tbsp of oil at medium heat. Once heated, add in onions and tempeh and brown. You need to stir frequently. It is important your tempeh is browned and cooked evenly. 
6. Now the sauce. In a small bowl mix honey, 1 1/2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp water and cornstarch. I like to add some chili flakes and chili powder at this step but you do you. 
7. Dump honey sauce on top of tempeh and stir making sure everything is covered evenly. Cook sauce and tempeh until thickened and then remove from heat. 
8. Now its time to put it all together. Spoon 1/2 of the quinoa in a bowl. Then half the carrot slaw and half then tempeh. Top with some fresh chopped scallions and cilantro. 
9. Eat and demolish this dish because it is so good!