This is minimal effort, maximum flavour meal.
FOR THE BROTHY RICE
Add everything to a pan and bring to a boil. Turn down to a gentle simmer, cover with a lid & cook for 20-25 minutes until all the liquid has been absorbed.
Stir through herbs & lemon if using. Keep in the fridge using within a week.
FOR THE MED VEG
Roughly chop the onions, add to a pan with a 1/4 cup water & a good pinch of salt, cover with a lid & leave to soften for 5 minutes.
Chop the rest of your vegetables into good chunks, add these to the pan with the onions, turn the heat up & give everything a mix. Cook for 5 minutes then add your tomatoes & 1/2 can of cold water.
Finely grate your garlic, add this to the pan with a few grinds of pepper. Turn the heat down to a gentle simmer & cook covered for 15 minutes.
Uncover & leave to gently simmer & reduce for a final 15-20 mins.
Will keep in the fridge for a week.