+100000 to the beans- I'd look into interesting grains as well (quinoa, wild/brown rice mix, millet, wheat berries, etc., etc.). As to beans, black beans are super versatile- you can while up a spicy black bean soup in no time with a can of beans, a little garlic, onion, green pepper, lime juice, and chili powder. BBs are also great for salads- I mix them in with quinoa or millet, add assorted veggies (broccoli, cauliflower, scallions, carrots, maybe some roasted rutabagas or parsnips), some raisins or dried cranberries- figs are nice too- and dress with homemade lime-cilantro dressing. Easy to make, and a batch is good for a dinner or two, or a lunch or three.