Top Tomato Recipes: The Star of Summer Produce

Jul 11, 2025

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The second you cut into a peak-season tomato, everything else steps back. The colors are louder, the flavors bolder and suddenly your dinner plans come together even better than you imagined it.

And a good tomato can change your whole plan. You weren’t going to cook—but now you are. Maybe just a salad. Or a tart. Or a sauce that tastes like it came from somewhere coastal. That’s the thing about tomatoes in season: they take the lead, you follow.

Check below for tomato recipes that are just as stunning raw as they are roasted. 

From vine to table, make tomatoes the hero of your summer table.
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Burrata and Heirloom Tomato Pizza with Basil Pesto

When summer calls, this is how you answer.

A swirl of basil pesto adds an herb-packed punch, while a handful of fresh basil leaves ties it all together. Serve it warm so the burrata melts slightly into the crust and the tomatoes stay juicy and sweet.

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Gazpacho

Made with ripe tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper and a splash of sherry vinegar, it’s blended until smooth and chilled until icy cold.

No stove, no sweat—just gazpacho.

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Burst Cherry Tomato and Herbs De Provence Pasta

This pasta is unfussy, fast and full of summer flavor—the kind of dish that proves a few good ingredients are all you need. Each bite is coated in silky, herb-scented sauce made from sweet cherry tomatoes that burst in the pan with olive oil, garlic and Herbes de Provence.

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Green Tomato Shakshuka

Red’s out. Green’s in.

This version swaps the usual red sauce for tart green tomatoes, simmered down with garlic, onion and warm spices until jammy. Eggs are gently poached on top, then finished with herbs and olive oil.

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Ultimate Avocado BLT Club Sandwich

You’ll need both hands (and maybe a napkin).

Crispy bacon, ripe tomatoes, buttery avocado and crisp lettuce are layered between toasted bread with a swipe of mayo—three times.

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Tomato Burrata Risotto

The tomatoes burst into the rice. The burrata melts into everything. It’s comforting but light, luxe but low effort.

It’s the kind of risotto that doesn’t ask for extras.

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Grilled Tomatoes with Pesto

Just add wine and a warm night.

The tomatoes are charred until blistered, bringing out their sweetness and depth. Spoon over a swirl of basil pesto and finish with a sprinkle of flaky salt.

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Antipasto Pasta Salad

This pasta salad doesn’t play it safe. It’s bold and packed with cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, salami, olives and pepperoncini, all tossed in a bright vinaigrette.

It’s colorful, flavorful and made to be shared (preferably outdoors, with wine).

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From vine to table, make tomatoes the hero of your summer table.
 Discover the tools that bring out their best.

 Shop Fruit & Vegetable Tools

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