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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.
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.
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.
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
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.
4 savory cottage cheese toast ideas! These savory cottage cheese toast recipes pair cucumbers with pesto, tomatoes with za'atar, smoked salmon with dill, and avocado with sesame!
10 minutesminutes
5 from 48 votes
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.
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.
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
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
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!
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!
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
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.
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!
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!
Fresh and flavorful mini Caprese Skewers – juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fragrant basil, drizzled with balsamic glaze. A perfect appetizer!
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!
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!
Tomato Caprese Salad is a simple classic summer salad made with very few fresh ingredients. Plus tips for the best presentation and flavor.
10 minutesminutes
5 from 19 votes
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!
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
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
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 minutesminutes
5 from 31 votes
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!
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!
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