Capsicum

Rich with capsicum, tomato and anchovies, this simple pasta is a great go-to recipe when you need dinner in a hurry.

The delicate flavours of the fish are electrified by this delicious sweet and sour combination.

This salad takes the classic flavours of Provence and combines them to make an elegant and flavoursome starter that is still quite light. All the components can be made in advance and simply assembled when you are ready to serve.

This colourful pasta salad is easy, delicious and great for the lunchbox.

This is a quick and easy rendition of a traditional Sicilian involtini, slow-cooked meat rolls filled with vegetables served in a rich tomato sauce.

Quick, easy and delicious, this beef and pepper dish is a great supper for busy nights.

Barbecued corn, broad beans and capsicum from Australian Women's Weekly.

This delicious chilled soup is so easy to prepare and makes the most refreshing lunch on a hot summer's day.

These lip-smacking chicken wings are addictive and go beautifully with creamy capsicum and feta dip.

A healthy and beautiful grilled veal and radicchio salad from Australian Women's Weekly.

These beef fajitas with guacamole and fresh salsa are always a family winner.

Serve this spicy eggplant and capsicum salad as part of a mezze-style lunch spread.

This vegetarian pasta dish is simple and perfect for the whole family.

Serve shanks with flour tortillas, a green salad and lime wedges.

OK these can be a little fiddly, but we've used ready made wonton wrappers here so that makes things a little easier, and just as delicious. Your guests will be impressed!

This colourful, tasty salad makes a perfect side dish for a summer barbecue.

You can substitute rib-eye (scotch fillet) or sirloin (new-york cut) steak for the eye fillet in this recipe. Note

A delicious, easy and economical mid-week meal.

Red capsicum dip is nutritious, tastes great and is very easy to make. Here, we've given you a spiced up Moroccan version. Serve dip with crusty bread; we used toasted pitta bread.

Originally from the Spanish region of Andalusia, gazpacho is a soup made from raw blended vegetables. We've grilled the tomato and capsicum here for a more intense flavour. Serve chilled, with parmesan croutons.

The bright, sharp colours and flavours of this chickpea, tomato and capsicum salad are complemented by the red wine and lemon juice dressing.

This beautiful looking terrine is a feast for both the eyes and the taste buds. The spinach and walnut pesto finishes off the dish perfectly; serve as a starter, or accompanied with a salad for a light lunch.

For a speedy, delicious dinner, try this spicy fish dish with potatoes and fresh oregano.

These veggie-packed mini frittatas make a perfect lunch for kids.

Spice up your Vietnamese omelette with this delicious recipe.

Fragrant and flavourful Thai-styled stuffed capsicum; great for snacks, sharing or side dishes.

Ready within 5 minutes, these easy grilled mini pizzas are delicious and make a perfect mid-week dinner.

Greek fetta salad is a great accompaniment to beef or lamb kebabs perfect for a summer barbecue or for dinner when you’re pressed for time.

Try this easy 4-ingredient dip for a nutritious snack served with crunchy veggies.

You can warm the tortillas in the microwave oven; follow the instructions on the packet. Note

Full of flavour, colour and crunch, this Asian-inspired salad is a cinch to make and perfect for a speedy mid-week meal.

A bright and colourful dish with lamb cutlets, char-grilled vegetable salad and a chunky pesto.

Cosy up with this winter with tender slow-cooked lamb shanks and dreamy white bean purée.

This brightly coloured and healthy terrine makes a lovely light lunch, served with salad, or a perfect starter.

This is delicious served warm or cold, so is great for picnics or a make-ahead lunch. Note

Hot grilled fish paired with a fiery tomato and cucumber salsa makes for a mouth-watering summer dish.

The name tapenade derives from tapeno, the Provençal word for capers, a vital ingredient in this tangy condiment that perfectly complements goat cheese. Note

The Middle Eastern flavours of this fresh, crunchy salad make for something slightly different for lunch.

Calzone is an Italian filled pastry, similar to a folded pizza, that originated in Naples.

Soak 12 bamboo skewers in water for at least an hour before using to prevent them from scorching during cooking. Note

Loaded with olives, herbs and juicy capsicum, this crunchy salad is easy to whip up and great for a packed lunch.

Orzo is a rice-shaped pasta available from Greek delicatessens and specialty food stores; if unavailable, use risoni. To save time, you can buy roasted capsicum pieces from the deli. Note

We used anchovy-stuffed olives, but any variety of large green stuffed olives can be substituted. Note

An Italian egg-based dish packed full of capsicum, red onion, potato and chilli.

Crispy fried noodles are sold packaged (usually in a 100g packet), already deep-fried and ready to eat. They are sometimes labelled crunchy noodles, and are available in two widths ­ thin and spaghetti-like, or wide and flat, like fettuccine. We used the thin variety in this recipe. Note

You can vary the ingredients in these muffins- try adding a little chopped salami and black olives. Or try basil, semi-dried tomatoes, pine nuts and brie. Note

Fire up the barbecue with this lip-smacking seafood dish with grilled vegetables.

The lasagne can be made a day ahead; store, covered, in the refrigerator. Note

Plum and cinnamon cake

Spice up your morning or midday omelette with this tasty Asian-style stir-fry omelette.

Filled with fresh vegies and rice, these tasty egg rolls are similar to sushi and make an excellent vegetarian snack or light lunch.

Served with a cucumber yoghurt dipping sauce, these crunchy Indian fritters make fantastic finger food.

Whole roast capsicum stuffed with Middle Eastern beef and couscous mix from Australian Women's Weekly.

Loaded with veggies, ricotta and feta, these golden frittatas make a speedy and healthy mid-week meal served with salad.

Sweet and sour tempura fish served on a bed of rice, capsicum and pineapple.

Try this easy baked chicken korma for a fast, tasty family meal.

Tender beef skewers threaded with zucchini and capsicum served on a bed of couscous

Served with a dollop of yoghurt, fresh coriander and a squeeze of lime, this tasty pork dish makes an easy, flavoursome dinner.

Served with fresh coriander and dollops of sour cream, these light vegetarian tacos will not disappoint.

A delicious side dish of barbecued corn, capsicum and eggplant from Woman's Day.

This spiced warm salad is packed with vegetables and topped with walnuts and fresh ricotta. Delicious served with crusty bread.

With the added flavour of char-grilled capsicum and toasted pine nuts, these rolled crepes are delicious and easy to make.

Roast chicken with sweet caponata, a Sicilian vegetable stew with sweetened vinegar.

A rich, smooth and warming soup that makes a great starter, a lovely light dinner or a warming winter weekend lunch. This roasted capsicum soup goes well with fried polenta slices.

The secrets of making perfect tempura are: use the freshest vegetables you can find; make sure both the vegetables and the batter are really cold (this prevents the batter from soaking up too much oil); maintain a constant temperature by only frying a few pieces at a time; make the batter just before required; finally, don't over mix the batter - lumpy is good.

Quick and easy Italian-style pasta with a sweet red pepper sauce.

A delicious meal of capsicum and pancetta stirred through cellentani, a spiralled macaroni pasta. Quick and nutritious.

This capsicum, fennel and red onion salad is delicious served warm as a side dish with a roast joint of meat. If you prefer capsicum skinned prior to cooking, just hold over a gas flame, using tongs, until the skin blackens, allow to cool and slide off.

Cheese and spinach tortellini baked in tomato pasta sauce with mushroom, zucchini and tomato.

Savour this flavoursome winter warmer brimming with capsicum, onion and tomatoes. This smooth, thick soup contrasts nicely with crunchy parmesan wafers.

Olives, artichokes, red onion and basil make sure this warm gnocchi salad is just bursting with colour and flavour. It makes a great lunch, starter or light dinner.

A simple pasta salad with bright Mediterranean flavours; a great light lunch or dinner option.

A rich and fragrant dip that is great for sharing with family and friends.

A fresh salad balanced with earthy beetroot and blue cheese.

A French loaf full of chicken and chopped vegetables that is perfect for picnics.

Sweeter than green but more robust in flavour that yellow or orange, red capsicum makes a wonderful soup. The simplicity of this red capsicum soup recipe lets the main ingredient shine.

You can use feta or any soft, crumbly cheese instead of the goat cheese, and toasted pecan halves make a nice change from walnuts. This roasted capsicum pasta salad makes a great lunch-box meal too.

Light, tangy and totally delicious, this classic Asian dish is the perfect shout for dinner tonight.

Use your preference of bottled pasta cheese sauce in this recipe. Note

You can use char-grilled capsicum from a jar, if you prefer. Note

Panzanella is a refreshing Tuscan summer bread salad. We’ve put our own spin on it by using little cubes of radish sandwich instead of the traditional bread pieces. Note