Beans and Rice with Avocado

prep time:: 20 min
total time:: 40 min

Two generous servings

The heartiness of the beans and rice combine with the fresh flavors of cilantro and avocado in this delicious and healthy recipe.

ingredients

1 can refried beans
1 cup freshly chopped cilantro
1 ripe avocado, sliced
1/4 cup sharp cheddar cheese
1 tsp cumin
2/3 cup salsa
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1 cup frozen or fresh corn
2 cups cooked rice (Jasmine adds wonderful fragrance)

directions

Combine refried beans, 1/2 cup salsa, cheese, and cumin in a medium saucepan over low to medium heat, stirring occasionally until cheese melts. Spray a medium sauté pan with nonstick cooking spray and sauté the onion and green pepper. Add the corn and remaining 1/3 cup salsa to the pepper and onion mixture and cook until heated through. To serve, layer rice, then bean mixture, followed by corn mixture. Top with fresh avocado and cilantro.

Source: Christine