I like theconvenience of canned beans, which require no prep work other than reheating them.

To make it, I start byrinsing some white riceand popping it into a rice cooker.

I chop an onion, slice up an avocado and cut a lime in half.

a collage featuring kale, avocado, black beans, and rice

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If youre watching your sodium intake, you could buy no-salt-added canned beans and/or rinse and drain them.

To serve, I grab my favorite handmade ceramic pasta bowls and build the dish.

I spoon some rice into each bowl, then top it with the warmed black beans and onions.

Its a simple, tasty, budget-friendly dish.

I like to throw an over-easy egg on top of leftovers the next day.

As a whole, its a well-rounded dish with carbs, healthy fat and protein.

I hope this recipe inspires you to build your own quick, healthy and delicious dinners at home.