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If you are stuck thinking boring old veg as you’re trying to get your family to eat five-a-day then here’s a list of ten things you can do with a pepper that might just inspire you!

1. Spanish omelette. Jazz up the humble egg with a pepper, some onion and maybe a handful of grated cheese for quick meals with eggs that the whole family will enjoy.
2. Chinese stir fry. Use up all the bits and bats of veg you have in the fridge including peppers and add a spicy sauce for extra taste. Serve with rice or noodles for an easy, nutritious meal.
3. Stuffed peppers. Baked peppers take on a whole new lease of life so if you have left over risotto or savoury rice, stuff and bake for a yummy lunch the next day.
4. Strip and dip. Raw pepper is great tasting, crunchy and good for you so grab a dip and get munching. Check out consumer’s favourite dip recipes on websites like Super savvy me.
5. Continental casserole. Add a touch of the European to your next red meat casserole and spice the gravy and add red peppers. Delicious and good enough for a dinner party!
6. Pasta time. Creamy pasta dishes with chicken always benefit from a few veggies thrown in and your waistline will too. Peppers, courgettes and mushrooms are ideal.
7. Cheese board. Finish off a stylish dinner with a cheese board and accompaniments – traditionally grapes and celery, why not add a bit of colour and use a pepper too?
8. Solid salads. For a filling lunch you need a salad with bite. Grate some carrot, cube some beetroot and add some pepper strips too. Avocado goes well and maybe chicken or tuna depending on what you fancy. Healthy and easy: perfect.
9. Whiz it up. Peppers make great soups: try pepper and tomato, pepper and sweet potato or pepper and pumpkin or squash. Make in bulk and freeze for a great quick meal to fall back on in a hurry.
10. Roasted tart. Make your own or use shop bought pastry cases, add peppers and goat’s cheese for a delicious starter or light meal. Serve with a green salad and garnish with fresh basil – impress your friends!