Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 1/2 batch Black Beans* (or make the full batch for leftovers)
  • 1 batch Cilantro Lime Brown Rice
  • 1 batch Quick-Pickled Onions
  • 1 batch Cilantro Hemp Pesto (double if you love sauce)
  • Optional additions: Fried eggs or scrambled eggs, toasted pepitas (green pumpkin seeds), crumbled Cotija or feta cheese, sliced avocado, handful of halved cherry tomatoes, hot sauce or quick collard greens

Instruction

  • Prepare each component according to directions (the beans will take the longest, approximately 1 to 2+ hours on the stove, but all of the components will keep well if made in advance).
  • When you’re ready to serve, divide the rice into bowls. Top with a generous portion of black beans, followed by some pickled onions and a dollop or two of pesto. Finish it off with any additions of your choosing.
  • Leftovers keep well in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. For maximum freshness, store each component separately. When you’re ready to serve, gently reheat your desired portions of rice and beans before topping with onions, pesto, and additions.