The Lazy Veggie

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MAKE-AHEAD GLUTEN FREE AND VEGAN LUNCHES, 4 OF 5 
Avocado-lime and black bean salad

Ingredients:

• 1 & 1/4 cup cooked black beans (from 1/2 cup dry)
• 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (or herb of choice)
• 1 avocado (cut this up and mix in just before serving)
• 1/2 cup chopped red onion
• 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
• 1 tsp olive oil
• 1/2-3/4 tsp ground cumin
• S & P, to taste
• Dash of maple syrup (or other sweetener), to taste

Snacks:

• 1/2 whole wheat pita OR use Gluten-free bread if required
• Banana
• Nut butter (or sunflower seed butter for nut-free)

Method:
1. Mix together the cooked black beans, chopped cilantro, and onion. In a small jar or bowl, shake or whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, cumin, S & P, and maple syrup, to taste.
2. Pour on the dressing and mix well. Season well to taste (I love adding Herbamare). Just before serving, chop avocado and mix into salad. Serve with 1/2 a whole wheat pita and a banana and nut or seed butter.