Low GI Minestrone

Gently saute the onion in 4 tablespoons olive oil for 10 minutes. Add the carrots, peppers, chilli, garlic, and barley. Toss in the oil and cook for 2-3 minutes. Add the celery, stock, tomatoes and tomato puree and cook for a further 15 minutes, or until the vegetables are just cooked. Add the chickpeas and cook for a further 5 minutes.

Add the fresh herbs, check the seasoning and serve.