If you love meals that are both easy and full of flavor, fresh tomato dishes to make now will deliver. The recipes here work for busy weeknights, relaxed weekends, or sharing with friends. Simple ingredients come together for results that feel special.

Tuna and Tomato Pasta

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Tuna and Tomato Pasta. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

This tuna and tomato pasta is so simple that kids can make it (with supervision, of course). It’s tasty and has a simple protein that means this is ready in about 25 minutes, perfect for any weeknight meal.
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Quinoa Stuffed Tomatoes Recipe

Flatlay of stuffed tomatoes with 'lids' on.
Quinoa Stuffed Tomatoes Recipe. Photo credit: Call Me PMc.

Quinoa Stuffed Tomatoes Recipe. These baked stuffed tomatoes are filled with quinoa, feta, sauteed squash, and feta cheese
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Jamie Oliver’s Mothership Tomato Salad

A platter of colorful cherry tomatoes, sliced mozzarella, red onion, and basil leaves. Four forks are placed beside the dish on a white surface.
Jamie Oliver’s Mothership Tomato Salad. Photo credit: Not Entirely Average.

Jamie Oliver’s ‘Mothership’ Tomato Salad is so good, it ended my search for the ultimate summer tomato recipe. Bursting with ripe, juicy tomatoes and just the right balance of seasoning, it’s a dish that proves sometimes, simple really is best.
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Eggplant Tomato Stacks

Eggplant tomato stacks with grilled eggplant slices and tomato layers.
Eggplant Tomato Stacks. Photo credit: At the Immigrant’s Table.

Impress your guests with these elegant eggplant tomato stacks that are as beautiful as they are delicious. Layers of grilled eggplant and ripe tomato slices are stacked together, drizzled with a balsamic glaze, and garnished with fresh basil. This vibrant and flavorful side dish celebrates the summer’s bounty in every bite.
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A Southern Classic: Tomato Pie

A slice of tomato pie on a white plate with a serving utensil, and a whole tomato pie in a white fluted dish, are shown on a marble surface with a small bowl of spices and basil leaves.
A Southern Classic: Tomato Pie. Photo credit: The Bite Stuff.

Ripe summer tomatoes layered with mayo and cheese in a buttery crust create a pie that’s rich, tangy, and unforgettable. It tastes like tradition and sunshine in every bite.
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Low Carb Gnocchi Tomato Basil

Brown plate with gnocci, tomatoes and basil leaves.
Low Carb Gnocchi Tomato Basil. Photo credit: Low Carb – No Carb.

Let us plan a special Italian evening with our Low Carb Gnocchi Tomato Basil Recipe. Those gluten-free, low carb and perfect for diabetics gnocchi Di Patate are getting more and more popular as weeks go by.
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Tomato Mozzarella Baked Chicken

Tomato Mozzarella Baked Chicken inside cast iron.
Tomato Mozzarella Baked Chicken. Photo credit: Low Carb – No Carb.

Enjoy our Italian Baked Chicken Recipe filled with tomatoes, mozzarella, and fresh basil as an Italian meal should be. Those juicy and flavorful Italian chicken breasts baked until golden brown are the way for a perfect summer or winter evening.
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Peach Tomato Caprese Salad

Sliced peaches, tomatoes, and fresh mozzarella slices on a tray.
Peach Tomato Caprese Salad. Photo credit: Call Me PMc.

Peach Tomato Caprese Salad Recipe is full of juicy peaches, fragrant basil, creamy fresh mozzarella, and tender lettuce.
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Baked Tomatoes with Parmesan and Mozzarella Cheese

Baked tomatoes with Parmesan and mozzarella cheese garnished with parsley.
Baked Tomatoes with Parmesan and Mozzarella Cheese. Photo credit: Real Balanced.

These Baked Tomatoes with Parmesan and Mozzarella Cheese are a perfect addition to your holiday table! Made with ingredients like Roma tomatoes, fresh basil, and Italian seasoning, these baked tomatoes with cheese are juicy, soft, flavorful, and easy to prepare — in less than 30 minutes.
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Avocado Tomato Salad

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Avocado Tomato Salad. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Salad is so much more than just lettuce and dressing, and this avocado tomato salad proves that point. It’s a plethora of veggies tossed with romaine a fresh dressing you blitz together in your blender. Summer on a fork.
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Tomato Egg Drop Soup: Classic Chinese Comfort Food

Bowl of tomato and egg soup with cilantro, served with a patterned spoon.
Tomato Egg Drop Soup: Classic Chinese Comfort Food. Photo credit: Sassy Chopsticks.

Tomato egg drop soup is the perfect blend of flavors of juicy tomatoes and silky egg ribbons in a soothing, warming broth. This delicious classic Chinese soup is quick, taking only 15 minutes to make, and a cozy, one-pot wonder that’s as easy to make.
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Asian Cucumber Tomato Salad: Easy And Refreshing

A bowl of salad with diced cucumbers, tomatoes, red onions, and lemon slices, topped with sesame seeds and herbs.
Asian Cucumber Tomato Salad: Easy And Refreshing. Photo credit: Sassy Chopsticks.

Asian cucumber tomato salad is a delightful fusion of crunchy cucumber, juicy tomatoes, and a burst of Asian flavors.
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Creamy Sun Dried Tomato Chicken

A skillet of creamy sun dried tomato chicken with a wooden spoon.
Creamy Sun Dried Tomato Chicken. Photo credit: Real Balanced.

This Creamy Sun Dried Tomato Chicken is a delicious one-pan skillet dish that is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The boneless skinless chicken thighs are cooked to perfection in a creamy sun-dried tomato sauce that is made with ingredients like heavy cream, chicken broth, Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning.
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Wheat Berry Salad with Tuna & Tomatoes

Wheat Berry Salad with Tomato & Tuna in a bowl.
Wheat Berry Salad with Tuna & Tomatoes. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Loaded with protein and fiber-rich wheat berries, this easy salad is a hearty meal. Filled with flavor and nutrition, you get a pop of freshness from the tomatoes and the dressing has a touch of lemon to tie it all together. Delish!
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Penne with Salmon and Cherry Tomatoes

Penne pasta with burst cherry tomatoes, shallots, garlic, and parsley on white plate next to a pan filled with pasta.
Penne with Salmon and Cherry Tomatoes. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

This Penne al Salmone is a salmon pasta without cream. Instead, it is a fresh, light, summery dish highlighting sweet and savory burst cherry tomatoes in a white wine sauce with thyme.
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Pasta with Ricotta & Tomatoes

Ricotta and Tomato Pasta in a white bowl.
Pasta with Ricotta & Tomatoes. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Cool nights call for hot, comfort food, and there’s not much better than this Pasta with Ricotta and Tomatoes. The fresh pop of tomatoes and creamy ricotta play really nicely together in this hearty, cheesy, and delicious dish that’s as good as a side as it is an entree.
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Shrimp and Tomato Pasta

A bowl of pasta with shrimp and tomatoes.
Shrimp and Tomato Pasta. Photo credit: Little Bit Recipes.

Delicious and easy-to-make shrimp tomato pasta is a go-to recipe for seafood lovers seeking a flavorful meal. The best part is that the dish comes together quickly without fancy ingredients or complex techniques.
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Pork Chops with Tomato & Green Onion Relish

Three pork chops with tomato and green onion on a white plate.
Pork Chops with Tomato & Green Onion Relish. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Properly cooked pork chops are a thing of beauty, and not only do these chops cook up moist and tender, but they’re pretty and flavorful, too! Grab a fork and dig into Pork Chops with Green Onion & Tomato
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Tomato Lime Chicken

Image shows a Bite of tomato lime chicken on a fork with rice and the rest of the bowl in the background.
Tomato Lime Chicken. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

This tomato lime chicken is a dump and go recipe at its best. It has a ton of flavor and is beyond simple to make, perfect for tacos, to enjoy over salad, in rice bowls, and more.
Get the Recipe: Tomato Lime Chicken

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