This is from Esselstyn's famous, "Engine 2 Diet" cookbook. The meal is one of my staples! I've made it many times, but always add my own favorites. So have fun, enjoy, and let your creativity soar!

This makes 3-4 servings:

• 2 cans black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 cup water or vegetable stock
• steamed greens (kale, spinach, etc.)
• 1 T Bragg's Liquid Aminos
• 1 tsp red chili powder
• 1 tsp chipotle chili powder (mine)
• 1/2 tsp ground cumin (mine)
• 2 - 3 tomatoes, chopped
• 1 bunch green onions, chopped
• 1 can water chestnuts, drained and sliced
• 1 cup corn, fresh, frozen, or canned (organic)
• 2 peppers (any color)
• 1 mango or orange, sliced and cut in small pieces (mine)
• 1 bunch cilantro, chopped
• 1 avocado, peeled and sliced
• 2 limes, juiced
• 3 cups cooked brown rice
• salsa or tamari, to taste

Heat the beans with the water or veggie broth, Bragg's and seasonings.

Steam the greens and season, if you like, with garlic powder.

Chop the veggies and place in individual bowls.

Place steamed greens on bottom of bowl. Top with spoonfuls of brown rice (or other grain) on a plate and top with beans and veggies. 

Sprinkle lime juice on top and add salsa to taste. Or season with your favorite low fat, oil-free salad dressing.

NOTE:  You can use other beans and grains of your choosing - kidney beans, pinto beans, faro, quinoa. Add other veggies or your choosing - cooked and diced sweet potatoes, sauteed mushrooms, asparagus, etc.