Looking for a quick lunch or dinner that packs in the flavor, nutrition, and bulk all in one – look no further. This recipe is quite balanced — you get the creamy, the crunchy and the chewy in each and every bite. And you probably already have the ingredients on hand. Grated carrots are sautéed with cumin and garlic and served over whole-grain bread with a slather of hummus. A fragrant basil garnish tops it all off. So good.

The carrots are what make this baby glow:

Carrots: prevent cancer by virtue of compound (almost exclusive to the vegetable) falcarinol, improves vision with its high vitamin A and beta-carotene content, prevent heart disease with its carotenoids, lower blood cholesterol levels, reduce the risk of stroke, nourish the skin, helps slow the process of aging, and contributes to dental health.