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Here are some delicious recipes to make with garden tomatoes that are NOT salad! You can easily eat fresh tomatoes on their own with simply salt, pepper, and a drizzle of olive oil. If you want to take it to the next level, I’ve rounded up my favorite ways to use seasonal juicy garden tomatoes below.
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It’s time to make Tomatoes the star of the show. Sweet, juicy, and with a mild acidity that cuts through a whole host of delicious dishes, make the most of your tomatoes this season! From Baked Breakfast Tomatoes to Tomato Lasagna, garden tomatoes deserve pride of place on your table. Read on for some totally tantalizing tomato dishes.
Tips for Cooking with Tomatoes
- Use a serrated knife for cutting tomatoes for the best slices. If you use a flat-edged knife, be certain it is very sharp or you will squash and bruise the tomato flesh when you slice it. Check out my tutorial for how to cut a tomato into slices, wedges and cubes.
- Avoid using an aluminum pot, pan, or utensil when cooking tomatoes. The acid in tomatoes does not react well with aluminum, giving the cooked tomatoes a bitter taste.
- Sprinkle some sugar and salt if your tomatoes seem overly acidic. This helps round out the flavor more, especially when used in a sauce.
- Opt for plum tomatoes if you’re using tomatoes to make your sauce.
- Pair tomatoes with the right herbs to bring out their best flavor. Many herbs, including oregano, marjoram, basil, pepper, thyme, garlic, parsley, and tarragon, team up beautifully with tomatoes.
- Freeze any leftover tomatoes, whether they are whole, in chunks, or as juice. If frozen properly, they can be stored in the freezer for approximately a year. Once thawed, these tomatoes work best in sauces, chili, and soups!
Breakfast Tomato Recipes
Never shy away from a tomato at breakfast! They are loaded with goodness and flavor, and they work so well with breakfast staples such as eggs.
Main Course
Crustless Quiche
This easy to make quiche is perfect for make ahead and freezer meals. Full of fresh veggies, this crustless quiche is vegetarian, gluten-free and low carb.
50 minutes
Breakfast, Brunch
Baked Eggs in Avocado
This low carb breakfast is quick and easy to make, and so delicious! Ready to enjoy in 20 minutes.
20 minutes
Breakfast
Vegetarian Egg Boat
Vegetarian Egg Boat is the ultimate breakfast for a crowd. Prep the vegetables and whisk the eggs in advance, then bake when ready for a hearty yummy meal
40 minutes
Breakfast
Vegetable Frittata
Vegetable frittata is a great way to use up leftover vegetables to make an easy inexpensive vegetarian meal that works for breakfast, lunch or even dinner.
25 minutes
Breakfast
Tomato & Za’atar Cottage Cheese Toast
These savory cottage cheese toast recipes pair cucumbers with pesto, tomatoes with za'atar, smoked salmon with dill, and avocado with sesame!
10 minutes
Pasta Recipes with Tomatoes
Pasta and tomatoes are a match made in heaven! Whether in a sauce or on the pasta, tomatoes add brightness, sweetness and a lovely hit of acidity to so many Italian dishes.
Main Course
Pasta with Cherry Tomatoes
This Pasta with Cherry Tomatoes is a quick and easy dish that comes together in 15 minutes. It's an amazing pasta with cherry tomatoes garlic and basil.
15 minutes
Entree, Pastas
One Pan Pasta
One pan pasta is an easy family friendly meal you can whip up quickly on weeknights. It's a no-fuss meal using only one cookware and any vegetables you like
25 minutes
Main Course
Tomato Lasagna
This Heirloom Tomato Lasagna is a fresh summery twist on traditional lasagna – bursting with color and flavor with layers of cheesy goodness
1 hour 8 minutes
Entree
Pan Seared Scallops with Pasta
A light, bright and completely flavor-packed Pan Seared Scallops with Pasta – perfect for summer days when you're craving carbs but want something unique
25 minutes
Dinner, Entree, Pastas
Baked Feta Pasta
Baked feta pasta is a simple recipe made by oven roasting a block of feta cheese with cherry tomatoes to create a salty and cheesy sauce!
40 minutes
Cold Pasta Salads with Tomatoes
Salad
Mediterranean Pasta Salad
This healthy Mediterranean Pasta Salad is a summertime favorite recipe. It's quick and easy to make, loaded with vegetables and color, and super filling!
20 minutes
Main Course, Pastas, Salad
Caprese Pasta Salad
This ultimate caprese pasta salad is made with chunks of pearl mozzarella, juicy grape tomatoes and tossed in a simple balsamic vinaigrette!
20 minutes
Salads
Greek Pasta Salad
Greek Pasta Salad is a light, fresh and easy summer salad full of sweet tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, olives and feta cheese all tossed in a homemade dressing!
30 minutes
Salads
Avocado Pasta Salad
This Avocado Pasta Salad recipe is a healthy summer salad that's perfect for picnics and potlucks. It has a rich creamy avocado sauce with tomatoes and corn
23 minutes
Salads
Tahini Pasta Salad
Packed with fresh veggies, chickpeas, and healthy fats, this tahini pasta salad is delicious, filling, and easy to make!
1 hour 20 minutes
Vegetarian Recipes with Fresh Tomatoes
Tomatoes can add extra texture and depth to many vegetarian recipes, from appetizers and flatbreads to stews and stir-fries.
Entree, Main Course, Side Dish
Ratatouille Recipe
Ratatouille is a visually stunning end-of-summer meal that is easy to prepare and so good! Enjoy it as a vegetarian main dish or as a side with chicken, shrimp, or other protein.
1 hour 5 minutes
Appetizer
Pesto Flatbread Pizza
This flatbread pizza recipe is easy to make at home! It's slathered in cheese, pesto, and fresh tomatoes for a delicious homemade personal pizza!
14 minutes
Salad, Side Dish
Nicoise Salad
This vibrant vegetarian Nicoise salad perfectly combines fresh veggies, eggs, olives, and a zesty onion vinaigrette for a burst of flavor.
40 minutes
Side, Side Dish
Grilled Veggie Kabobs
Grilled veggie kabobs have an irresistible smoky flavor, layers of vibrant colors, and just the right amount of charred goodness.
1 hour 2 minutes
Salad, Side Dish
Fresh Garden Salad
Enjoy a delicious, simple, and fresh garden salad with a light vinaigrette dressing customized with your favorite veggies.
10 minutes
Salad
Tahini Salad
Tahini salad is a Middle Eastern inspired dish made with fresh veggies, herbs, and a creamy tahini dressing. Easy, nutritious, and so good!
15 minutes
Side, Side Dish
Grilled Tomatoes
Grilled tomatoes are a juicy, smoky, and delicious add-on to any BBQ! The char from the grill elevates the tomatoes making a great side or accompaniment!
13 minutes
Salad, Side Dish
Shirazi Salad
This Iranian Shirazi salad is a quick to make side dish full of fresh and vibrant flavors. Dressed with olive oil & lime, it pairs well with many dishes!
10 minutes
Salads, Side Dish
Mediterranean Rice Salad
This Mediterranean Rice Salad is a great way to bulk up a salad or use leftover rice – easily customizable and ready in minutes!
15 minutes
Tomato Appetizer Recipes
Appetizer
Goat Cheese Stuffed Tomatoes
Goat Cheese Stuffed Tomatoes are juicy, filled with whipped cheeses, and topped with crunchy breadcrumbs for the perfect quick appetizer.
17 minutes
Appetizer
Caprese Skewers
Fresh and flavorful mini Caprese Skewers – juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fragrant basil, drizzled with balsamic glaze. A perfect appetizer!
10 minutes
Appetizer
Crostini with Roasted Tomatoes
Crostini with Roasted Tomatoes is the ultimate party food or appetizer to serve to guests. They look fancy, but are made with only three simple ingredients!
2 hours 50 minutes
Appetizer
Avocado Shrimp Salsa
This Avocado Shrimp Salsa is a bright & zesty recipe! It makes the perfect appetizer or even main dish for parties. Serve with tortilla or pita chips and enjoy!
15 minutes
Appetizer, Snack
Tomato Basil Bruschetta
This delicious tomato basil bruschetta is so quick and easy to make and full of vibrant flavors. This vegan appetizer will be a hit at any gathering!
10 minutes
Appetizer
Caprese Salad
Tomato Caprese Salad is a simple classic summer salad made with very few fresh ingredients. Plus tips for the best presentation and flavor.
10 minutes
Soup Recipes with Tomatoes
Chunky or smooth tomatoes make for a delicious and super hearty soup. They give soups a wonderful depth of flavor and sense of comfort—mop them up with some crusty bread or a grilled cheese sandwich!
Soup
Roasted Tomato Soup
This Roasted Tomato Soup is made with simple pantry items along with juicy ripe tomatoes and fresh basil, then blended into a creamy flavorful homemade soup
1 hour 30 minutes
Soup
Easy Ravioli Soup
Very similar to Lasagna Soup, this kid friendly Easy Ravioli Soup is a meat lover's hearty comforting meal-in-a-bowl recipe that's ready in about 30 minutes
30 minutes
Soup
Baked Feta Tomato Soup
Simple to make, baked feta soup is full of rich flavors. A fun variation on the famous TikTok baked feta pasta the whole family will love!
1 hour
Soup
5 Ingredient Tomato Soup
Make a delicious tomato soup on the stovetop with just 5 ingredients! It's a soul warming recipe with minimal preparation and perfect with grilled cheese!
40 minutes
Tomatoes in Sandwiches
Juicy, sweet, and vibrant tomatoes make great sandwich ingredients! Whether you’re pairing them with meat, veggies, or cheese, this vibrant fruit is perfect for so many handheld delights!
Sandwich
Grilled Mozzarella Sandwich
This Grilled Mozzarella Sandwich is made with fresh tomatoes and walnut pesto grilled with sourdough bread. It’s easy to assemble and bursting with flavor!
15 minutes
Appetizer, Sandwich
Pinwheel Sandwiches – 4 ways
Looking for lunch ideas? These pinwheel sandwich recipes are easy to make and have some untraditional fillings that are sure to be a hit.
10 minutes
Sandwich
Vegetarian Avocado Sandwich
Ready to serve in minutes, this vegetarian avocado sandwich is fresh, healthy and extra tasty! Perfect for a quick lunch during a busy day!
10 minutes
Sandwich
Chicken Pesto Panini
This grilled chicken Caprese pesto panini hot sandwich is what sandwich dreams are made of! Fresh ingredients piled into crusty sourdough bread – yum!
20 minutes
Main Course
Vegan Cauliflower Pita Sandwiches
Vegan pita sandwich filled with roasted cauliflower generously seasoned with bright Mediterranean spices, fresh tomatoes, crisp lettuce, and tahini!
45 minutes
More Recipe Round Ups
For more similar roundup of recipes, be sure to check out: How to Cook with Canned Tomatoes, Recipes With Zucchini, Recipes with a Can of Chickpeas, Avocado Recipes.
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