The easiest and most delicious ways to use ripe summer tomatoes.
There’s nothing like a perfectly ripe tomato! It's sweet, a little tangy, and full of flavor. If your garden is overflowing or you picked up a few extra at the farmers market, these easy tomato recipes are the best way to use them up.
You’ll find quick salads, hearty dinners, and a few crowd-pleasers that are perfect for summer gatherings. Learn how to can tomatoes using these supplies.
1. Pan con Tomate
Pan con Tomate brings tomato flavor front and center with toast, garlic, olive oil, and salt. It takes just minutes and tastes like sunshine on a plate. Easy for appetizers or light bites.
2. Marinara Sauce
This Marinara Sauce takes just six ingredients and works beautifully with either fresh or canned tomatoes. It’s ideal for pasta, lasagna, or dipping- a flavor that shines in its simplicity.
3. Tomato Basil Pasta
Make Tomato Basil Pasta in about 20 minutes for a meal that tastes special yet takes minimal effort. Fresh garlic, olive oil, basil, and tomato come together for a light, bright dish.
4. Burrata Pizza
Add elegance to pizza night with Burrata Pizza. Creamy burrata melts over slices of tomato and fresh basil. It's easy to make at home, but it looks and tastes gourmet.
5. Salsa Roja
This homemade Salsa Roja is made in about 15 minutes with fresh tomatoes, onion, jalapeño, garlic, and a touch of chicken bouillon. It simmers into a smooth, slightly smoky sauce that is ideal for drizzling over Tacos, Tamales, Pupusas, or using as a flavorful condiment for Chimichangas.
6. Caprese Salad
Caprese Salad is a quick way to enjoy garden-ready tomatoes. Stack tomato, mozzarella, and basil, then drizzle with oil or balsamic. Elegant, fast, and always a summer favorite.
7. Roasted Tomato Soup
Enjoy a bowl of Roasted Tomato Basil Soup made from rosemary‑roasted tomatoes, garlic, and onions. The flavor is rich and balanced, without the need for heavy cream. Perfect with grilled cheese or crusty bread for dipping.
8. Chicken Caprese
Chicken Caprese has juicy chicken topped with melted mozzarella, bright tomato slices, fragrant basil, and a tangy balsamic glaze, and it's made all made in one pan. You get dinner on the table in about 35 minutes, with minimal cleanup and maximum flavor.
9. Pimento Cheese BLT
This Pimento Cheese BLT Sandwich takes classic BLT goodness up a notch: creamy pimento cheese spread layered under crispy bacon, fresh lettuce, and juicy tomato. It comes together in about 15 minutes, with flavor and crunch in every bite.
10. Tomato Pie
Use fresh tomatoes in Tomato Pie for a savory twist on summer. Layers of tomato bake into a flaky crust with melty cheese and herbs. Perfect warm out of the oven or cold the next day. Try this perfect pie crust.
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