Nourishing dishes really don’t have to be complicated. This tomato and red pepper soup couldn’t be simpler, but it’s brimming with flavour and packed with nutrients.

Tomatoes aren’t just rich in vitamin C (a powerful inflammatory and antioxidant) – they’re also full of lycopene. That’s the plant chemical responsible for their red colour and it’s linked to tons of health benefits. Evidence shows that lycopene may help to lower LDL (bad) cholesterol levels, as well as better skin health – particularly concerning sun protection.

Red peppers, on the other hand, are full of vitamin A (great for eye health), fibre (a gut non-negotiable) and iron. The latter is especially useful because the body absorbs iron best when it’s paired with vitamin C – which this pepper is also rich in. So, if you’re anaemic or in need of a little energy boost, this soup could give you the nutrients you need.

This tomato and pepper soup is packed with inflammation-busting lycopene