Simple Brown Rice Veggie Stir-Fry

My sister and I love this meal. It's simple, vegan, quick to make, and inexpensive for those on a budget while trying to be healthy, especially when in college. This plate is full of nutrients, veggies, and plant-based goodness. On a busy night or after a long day at class, we love whipping this up for dinner or lunch. Also, it makes for great leftovers! 

Ingredients 
1 large cup organic brown rice 
2 cups water
1-2 tbsp coconut oil (or can be made with water for oil-free option)
Spices

Veggies
1 bell peppers
1/2 beetroot
1 large head broccoli
handful or more green beans
2-3 large carrots
1 cup green peas
1/4 yellow onion
2 cups either kale or spinach
Pinch of black pepper
1 tsp garlic powder
Pinch  of sea salt
Pinch of paprika

Directions
1. Bring 2 cups of water to a boil on the stove. Add rice and cover, letting it cook until the water is absorbed, or about 20 minutes. 
2. While the rice cooks, wash all the veggies and cut them. Heat your frying pan to medium/high heat and add 1-2 tbsp of coconut oil, or water if you want to make this oil free. 
3. Fry the onions and garlic first until they turn translucent, then add carrots and beetroot. After a about minute, add the rest of the veggies and spices. Cover and let simmer for a 5 to 10 minuets until veggies become soft and a knife can pierce them.
4. Afterwards, add fresh spinach or kale to the frying pan just before you serve so the steam softens the leaves. 
Enjoy!