Rice and Beans with Avocado

Ingredients

• 0.7 cup avocado diced peeled ( 1 medium)
• 0.3 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
• 1 cup brown rice long-grain
• 15 ounce black beans rinsed drained canned
• 2 cups cherry tomatoes halved
• 0.3 cup green onions chopped
• 1 tablespoon olives ripe chopped
• 0.3 teaspoon salt 
• 1.5 ounces cheddar cheese shredded
• 2 cups water 

Equipment

• bowl
• sauce pan

Directions

1. Combine rice and water in a medium saucepan; bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 35 minutes. Stir in beans; cook 10 minutes or until rice is done.
2. Place rice mixture in a large bowl.
3. Add remaining ingredients, tossing gently to combine.