Ahh, the humble toastie. So simple and yet so bloody delicious. Few things in this life are quite as satisfying as a slab of cheese on a slice of sourdough. But while a plain cheese toastie might be comfort on a dish, it’s hardly what most of us would describe as a health food.

This recipe, however, really does pack a nutritional punch. Cut through all that clag with a gut-boosting dose of fermented kimchi – known to improve gut diversity and support overall gut health. In fact, some studies suggest that pickles like this one are even better for the gut microbiome than fibre.

As well as tongue-tingling kimchi, this toastie also includes a heap of watercress. It might seem more of a garnish than an actual vegetable you’d build a salad with, but watercress is packed with goodness. In the USA, they have something called the Aggregate Nutrient Density Index (ANDI), which assesses the carb, fat, protein, vitamin and mineral content of foods. The score is based on a scale of one to 1,000, with 1,000 being the most nutrient-dense. Watercress scores 1,000 – putting it ahead of berries, broccoli and spinach.

This tongue-tingling kimchi cheese toastie recipe is the ideal WFH home lunch