Position a rack in the upper third of the oven; preheat to 400 degrees . Line a baking sheet with foil; coat with cooking spray.
In skillet, cook 1/4 cup chopped carrots and 1/2 cup diced cremini mushrooms in EVOO over medium heat. Add cooled veggies and fresh parsley and thyme to bison.
Combine with quinoa, onion, garlic, egg, 1 tsp. salt and 1/2 tsp. pepper. Shape into a 5-by-8-inch rectangle on the sheet.
In a bowl, stir together the cherry preserves and red wine vinegar; spoon half of the mixture over the loaf, spreading to cover. Bake, coating with the remaining glaze halfway through, until a thermometer inserted in the center registers 160 degrees , 55 minutes. Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
