Combine beans, cheese and half of salsa in a medium bowl.

Distribute filling evenly on half of each tortilla. Fold tortillas in half, pressing gently to flatten.

Heat half of the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add quesadilla(s) and cook, turning once and adding the other half of the oil, until golden on both sides, 2 to 4 minutes total.

Transfer to a cutting board and tent with foil to keep warm.

Serve the quesadillas with avocado and the remaining salsa.

Thinly slice brussel sprouts and place them in a bowl. Mix with apples and walnuts (optional: to bring out a more earthy flavor in the walnuts, you can toast them in a skillet over medium heat for 1-2 minutes).

In a small bowl make the vinaigrette by mixing together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, and a pinch of salt/pepper.

Drizzle vinaigrette over the salad and serve.

(Note: Follow rice package instructions if they differ from below)

Rinse the starch off the rice in a strainer under cold water for 30 seconds.

Bring the water to a boil over high heat in a large pot that has a tight fitting lid.

Add the rice, stir it just once, and simmer, covered, for 30-45 minutes or until water is absorbed.

Remove from the heat and let it sit, covered for 10 more minutes. Fluff with a fork.