- 1 tbsp olive oil
 - ¼ red onion, finely chopped
 - 1 garlic clove, finely chopped
 - ½ yellow pepper, chopped
 - 150ml/¼ pint chicken stock (vegetarians can substitute vegetable stock)
 - salt and freshly ground black pepper
 - handful rocket, finely chopped
 
- Heat the oil in a small saucepan and gently fry the onion until softened but not coloured.
 - Add the garlic and fry for one minute.
 - Add the pepper and stock and bring to the boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for 6-8 minutes.
 - Add the rocket and simmer for a further 2-3 minutes, or until the pepper is tender. Season, to taste, with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
 - To serve, pour the soup into a serving bowl.