12 tomato recipes that prove you can’t have too many
Tomato season doesn’t last forever, so this is the time to enjoy them while they’re at their best. These 12 recipes make the most of fresh tomatoes in delicious ways. If you have a pile from the garden or a few extras from the market, this list has plenty of ideas to help you use them.
Quinoa Tabbouleh Salad
So much texture and fresh flavor. This quinoa tabbouleh salad is a delicious side dish for BBQs and potlucks, and a lovely light lunch or dinner. Get the recipe: Quinoa Tabbouleh Salad
Roasted Tomato Basil Soup
This roasted tomato basil soup, made with fresh tomatoes, somehow tastes even better the next day. It’s vegan, gluten-free, and still super creamy. Get the recipe: Roasted Tomato Basil Soup
Garden Fresh Pasta Salad with Parmesan Cheese
This garden-fresh pasta salad combines the vibrant flavors of freshly picked vegetables with a generous sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, creating a light and flavorful dish. Perfect for any occasion, it’s a refreshing option that will leave everyone coming back for more. Get the recipe: Garden Fresh Pasta Salad with Parmesan
Sheet Pan Tomato Quiche
This sheet pan tomato quiche with basil is brunch-level genius. Buttery homemade crust, cheesy egg custard, tomatoes, and fresh basil all baked up into one big, crowd-pleasing win. Get the recipe: Sheet Pan Tomato Quiche
Grilled Corn Avocado Tomato Salad
This grilled corn avocado salad is a quick and healthy dish packed with creamy avocado, charred sweet corn, fresh tomatoes, and feta cheese, all tossed in a cilantro lime dressing. Serve it as a flavorful side, a taco topping, or a crowd-pleasing addition to any summer BBQ. Get the recipe: Grilled Corn Avocado Salad
Cucumber and Tomato Salad with Feta Cheese
This Greek-style tomato cucumber salad is light, fresh, and full of crunch. The feta gives it just enough saltiness to make it perfect as a side or starter. Get the recipe: Cucumber and Tomato Salad with Feta Cheese
Cherry Tomato Salad
This cherry tomato salad is the perfect side to freshen up any meal. With juicy tomatoes and a light dressing, it’s simple, refreshing, and totally satisfying. Get the recipe: Cherry Tomato Salad
Antipasto Salad
This antipasto salad is what happens when all the best parts of the appetizer tray team up. Roasted red peppers, artichokes, cherry tomatoes, and salami get tossed in a punchy homemade dressing that honestly makes the whole thing. Get the recipe: Antipasto Salad
Spinach Stuffed Baked Tomatoes
Spinach-stuffed baked tomatoes are an appetizer that’s also a veggie supper. The tomatoes and creamy spinach filling create a dish that’s easy to prepare and, paired with a salad, makes for a light meal. Get the recipe: Spinach Stuffed Baked Tomatoes
Sweetgreen Hummus Crunch Salad
This Sweetgreen hummus crunch salad copycat hits all the right notes with hearty chickpeas, crisp veggies, and plenty of texture. It’s made with kale, cabbage, tomatoes, and za’atar bread crumbs, all tossed in that signature pesto vinaigrette. Get the recipe: Sweetgreen Hummus Crunch Salad
Caprese Pasta Salad
Parma ham and Caprese pasta salad is a refreshing yet satisfying dish that’s perfect for warm days. Easy to make and bursting with color, it’s an ideal choice for picnics, parties, or dining outdoors. Get the recipe: Caprese Pasta Salad
Fresh Tomato Salsa
This fresh tomato salsa is bright, crunchy, and made for scooping. It’s the kind of thing that makes tacos, bowls, and chips instantly better. Get the recipe: Fresh Tomato Salsa