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100 Ways to Use Fresh Tomatoes This Summer

Fresh tomatoes—sweet, juicy, and bursting with flavor—are a farmers' market highlight. From blistered sides to chunky salsas, these fresh tomato recipes feature the best ways to enjoy summer's showstopper. 

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July 17, 2018
1 of 100 Photo: Hector Manuel Sanchez

Greek Tomato Salad

This light, summery salad is a guaranteed crowd pleaser for any gathering this season. Macerate the tomatoes with a little salt before building this salad and you’ll be amazed at the difference. The salt concentrates the tomato flavor and helps loosen the tomato juices, which are great in addition to the tangy dressing.

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2 of 100 Photo: Jennifer Causey

Tomato Gratin Lasagna

This is a fresh, summery take on lasagna. We call for seeding one-third of the tomatoes to get just the right amount of juciness.

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3 of 100 Photo: Jennifer Causey

Lobster Roll Bruschetta

Though we love the sweet flavor of lobster in this appetizer, you can easily substitute 1/2 pound of shrimp with delicious results.

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4 of 100 Photo: Jennifer Causey

Cherry Tomato Confit

Because the oil picks up the flavors of the garlic and thyme, a milder, less expensive oil works best.

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5 of 100 Photo: Greg Dupree

BLT Pasta

Slab bacon lets you get a thicker dice than presliced bacon that will hold its own in the pasta; if it's hard for you to find, just use thick-cut sliced bacon. Peppery watercress wilts well yet maintains a little crunch. It also adds a nice savory note, balancing the sweetness of the tomatoes and the saltiness of the bacon. Arugula would also work.

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6 of 100 Photo: Jennifer Causey

Red Snapper with Chunky Tomato-Watermelon Salsa

The salsa combines sweetness from watermelon; acid from tomatoes and lime; a bit of heat from the chile; and a pop of herbal freshness from cilantro and mint. It pairs particularly well with red snapper and would be lovely with most any mild white fish. To get the fish skin good and crisp, be sure to forgo a nonstick skillet in favor of a stainless-steel or cast-iron one; reach for a 12-inch skillet- (or larger) so the fish doesn't get overcrowded—or cook in 2 batches if using a smaller pan.

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7 of 100 Photo: Hector Manuel Sanchez

Caprese Tomato Salad

Make this crisp, fresh tomato salad for your next summer cookout. If you can't find smaller basil leaves, you can gently tear the larger leaves in half.

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8 of 100 Photo: Hector Manuel Sanchez

BLT Salad

Serve this fresh tomato salad with any summer main, or make the salad more substantial by adding toasted bread cubes. Of course, no BLT would be complete without mayo. Here it becomes a creamy drizzle spiked with lemon and fresh dill.  

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9 of 100 Photo: Hector Manuel Sanchez

Southern Tomato Salad

Make the most of your farmers' market haul with this sweet and tangy tomato salad, which also boasts summer peaches, fresh mint, and goat cheese. 

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10 of 100 Photo: Greg Dupree

Tomato-Ricotta Pizza

Red tomatoes are richer in antioxidants when cooked, giving you better access to lycopene (a disease-fighting antioxidant). The higher-quality ricotta you use, the creamier, and more delicious the pizza; we prefer Calabro brand.

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11 of 100 Photo: Jennifer Causey

Grass-Fed Flat Iron Steak With Grilled Ratatouille

Pounding the flat iron steak breaks down the muscle fibers and tenderizes the meat. Grain-fed flat iron steaks are a relatively tender cut. But with grass-fed steak's lower fat content, we find pounding the meat before cooking ensures tenderness. It also helps the steaks cook quickly—they only need about 3 minutes on a searing hot grill to hit medium-rare.

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12 of 100 Photo: Jennifer Causey

Falafel, Feta, and Tomato Salad

Think of chopped falafel as a tasty, protein-packed crouton—it adds texture to the salad and instantly turns a simple side into a substantial main dish. We chose a Mediterranean theme here, but you could use any nuts, cheeses, or vegetables you like.

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13 of 100 Photo: Hector Manuel Sanchez

Pesto Chicken with Blistered Tomatoes

Here, pesto acts as a binder, helping the crispy panko topping stick to the chicken. Serve with green beans tossed with lemon rind. Garnish with any extra basil you have on hand.

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14 of 100 Photo: Jennifer Causey

Feta-Herb Edamame Succotash

Fresh, flavorful, and ready in 20 minutes, this vegetarian main is a family favorite. This speedy, veggie-packed entrée is light yet satisfying, and it holds up great when prepared a day in advance. We love for the glories of summer produce, but if they're not in season, frozen vegetables and year-round grape tomatoes do the job wonderfully. Edamame adds hearty texture and a hit of plant-based protein.

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15 of 100 Photo: Jennifer Causey

Mini Mozzarella-and-Kale Pita Pizzas

Try this clever idea—split the pitas in half before toasting so the crusts can get extra crisp. They’ll also be slightly shallow rather than flat, a perfect vessel for the sauce and toppings. 

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16 of 100 Photo: Jennifer Causey

Falafel Pita Sliders

We make falafel patties instead of balls because the wide, flat surface area gets extra crisp when seared and baked, a lighter approach to shallow frying. Use any stuffers you like for the sandwiches, or load up as the Israelis do with a chopped cucumber and tomato salad, pickled cabbage, and tahini sauce.

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17 of 100 Photo: Hector Manuel Sanchez

Seared Salmon with Balsamic-Blistered Tomatoes

Fresh tomatoes and balsamic vinegar mirror and amplify eah other; both are a bit tangy and sweet, and both benefit from a little high heat in the pan.

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18 of 100 Photo: Jennifer Causey

Tahini-Marinated Chicken Thighs With Cucumber-and-Tomato Salad

Adding tahini to the marinade makes the chicken buttery tender without an overwhelming amount of sesame flavor in the finished dish. It also helps the chicken to char nicely on the grill.

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Chard-Stuffed Trout With Charred Tomato Vinaigrette

For convenience, you can make the tomato vinaigrette a day ahead. If your fishmonger doesn’t have small butterflied trout, you can use larger single trout fillets and simply top them with the chard mixture to bake. The vinaigrette lends bracing tang to the dish, balanced by the peppery, verdant chard and sweet bell pepper. The chard stuffing helps keep the delicate trout moist as it roasts.

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20 of 100 Photo: Jennifer Causey

Tomato and Cucumber Salad

Tomatoes are a summer superstar. Enjoy them in a refreshing salad or simply sliced. Sweet peach dressing amps up the summery deliciousness in this simple salad.

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21 of 100 Photo: Jennifer Causey

Tomato-Leek Pie with Quinoa Crust

The two-slice portion on this summer pie is nice and hearty. For a lighter lunch or brunch for eight people, serve one slice with a simple spinach salad. For extra flavor, try tossing 2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme into the crust.

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22 of 100 Photo: Nigel Cox

Tomato Stack Salad With Corn and Avocado

This tomato side salad is the ultimate summer recipe with a stack of colorful tomato slices and avocado topped wtih fresh herbs, corn, crumbled bacon, and a creamy dressing. This is the star of the meal; keep the entrée simple.

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23 of 100 Photo: Johnny Autry

Tomato, Squash, and Red Pepper Gratin

Sometimes the best "steak" comes in the form of ripe, juicy beefsteak tomato slices, as in this easy gratin. Serve with a salad of fresh summer greens.

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24 of 100 Photo: Nigel Cox

Pasta with Roasted Tomatoes and Garlic

Height-of-summer tomatoes burst with flavor and need little embellishment to create a spectacular dish. Churning the oil into boiling liquid emulsifies the mixture, yielding a creamy sauce that coats.

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25 of 100 Photo: Francesco Tonelli

Tomato Tart

A good tomato tart is a summery spectacular. But it's also a creamy, cheesy calorie and sat-fat bomb. Ours is meat-free and cream-free, letting more of the bright tomato flavor shine through. Olives are added to give a satisfying richness.

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26 of 100 Photo: Romulo Yanes

Baked Tomatoes with Quinoa, Corn, and Green Chiles

These tomatoes are stuffed full with healthy quinoa, fresh corn, poblano chiles, and lots of shredded cheese. Fresh lime juice adds a burst of citrus freshness.

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Seared Scallops with Summer Vegetables and Beurre Blanc

A screaming-hot skillet and baking sheet yield fantastic seared scallops and quick-roasted tomatoes and veggies. The luxurious sauce is little more than butter emulsified into reduced white wine—keep the butter cold and whisk it in gradually for the creamiest sauce.

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28 of 100 Photo: Johnny Autry

Open-Faced Sandwiches With Mushrooms and Fried Eggs

This open-faced sandwich is savory and delicious. It's perfect for breakfast, lunch or a light dinner.

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29 of 100 Photo: Johnny Autry

Pork and Tomato Skillet Sauté

Use heirloom tomatoes to make this dish extra colorful. A sprinkling of basil before serving gives one last punch of freshness.

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30 of 100 Photo: Johnny Autry

Fresh Tomato-Feta Pizza

If olives are a deal breaker, leave them off; the pizza is still yummy with garden-fresh tomatoes and tangy feta.

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31 of 100 Photo: Romulo Yanes

Shrimp and Corn Cakes With Heirloom Tomato Salsa

Delicious patties made of fresh corn, shrimp, and bell pepper are pan-fried to perfection in this recipe. Serrano chile in the heirloom tomato salsa adds a bit of heat, and cilantro some earthy freshness.

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32 of 100 Photo: Johnny Autry

Eggplant Involtini

Ciao down on the flavors of Italy with this vegetarian entree of Eggplant Involtini. Fresh tomatoes and tender slices of eggplant are the stars here.

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33 of 100 Photo: John Autry

Pan-Seared Chicken With Tomato-Olive Relish

Select your favorite varieties of olives from the supermarket olive bar to make the relish without leftovers. Quartered cherry tomatoes give a sweet crunch.

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34 of 100 Photo: John Autry

Spanish-Style Cod in Tomato Broth

When stirring the shallot and broth mixtures, be careful not to break up the fish. Look for wild Atlantic cod from Iceland, Maine, or the Arctic to ensure a sustainable choice.

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35 of 100 Photo: John Autry

Baked Feta With Romesco and Olive Tapenade

Make the romesco sauce and tapenade up to three days ahead, and keep them chilled separately.

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36 of 100 Photo: John Autry

Grilled Vegetable Gazpacho

Make this soup up to two days ahead, cover, and chill until you’re ready to serve. If you prepare it ahead, you may need to stir in a bit of water before serving, as it may thicken slightly as it sits. For more heat, leave the seeds in the jalapeño, or remove them to tame the flames.

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37 of 100 Photo: Randy Mayor

Asparagus, Tomato, and Onion Farinata

Italian flavors abound in this vegetarian one-dish meal of Asparagus, Tomato, and Onion Farinata. Farinata is a thin cake made with chickpea flour. The chickpea flour makes this crispy crust high in fiber and gluten-free.

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38 of 100 Photo: John Autry

Pasta With Fresh Tomato Sauce and Clams

Inspired by salsa cruda, or "raw sauce," this dish features a simple and delicious combination of tomatoes, chives, garlic, and balsamic vinegar.

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39 of 100 Photo: Lee Harrelson

Fried Green Tomato BLTs

A Southern favorite, fried green tomatoes lend a delightful twist to this sandwich. The tomatoes take center stage over the bacon in this version.

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40 of 100 Photo: Johnny Autry

Spicy Moroccan Chicken Skewers

Serve these Moroccan-spiced chicken and blistered tomato skewers with hot cooked couscous. Try this tip: Give the couscous nutty flavor by toasting it in a hot pan before you rehydrate it.

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Charred BLT Salad

Classic BLT ingredients receive unexpected flavor from grilling romaine hearts. Cubed whole-grain bread gives added heartiness.

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Spaghetti With Fresh Tomato Sauce

Don’t doubt this sauce because it’s so easy. The key is your sun-ripened garden tomato. San Marzano, Roma, or the smaller, dark-shouldered Black Plum would be ideal. Use the sauce on fresh, artisanal pastas for a truly special meal.

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43 of 100 Photo: Marcus Nilsson

Arctic Char With Blistered Cherry Tomatoes

Highlight two champions of summer: wild arctic char and pints of sunny sweet cherry tomatoes. Wild arctic char from the northern seas is available for only a few weeks in late summer, when the ice has melted enough for the local fishermen to reach them. It is a sought-after delicacy, and one that will cost you. Fresh is well worth the splurge when you can find it.

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44 of 100 Photo: Johnny Miller

Penne With Herbs, Tomatoes, and Peas

An ideal dish for warm-weather entertaining or to serve to company, this pasta dish is full of only the freshest flavors of summer.

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45 of 100 Photo: Johnny Miller

Heirloom Tomato and Beet Salad

Heirloom tomatoes serve as the base for this vibrant and delicious vegetable salad.

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46 of 100 Photo: Johnny Miller

Green Tomato and Fig Cupcakes

Tomatoes and fig come together to create an unusual, yet oh-so-decadent dessert that everyone in the family will love.

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47 of 100 Photo: John Autry

Grilled Chicken With Tomato-Avocado Salad

For less heat in the dish, use regular chili powder in place of chipotle chile powder.

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48 of 100 Photo: John Autry

Baby Potatoes With Tomato-Corn Sauté

Enjoy this easy and delicious side of baby potatoes mixed with fresh and flavorful veggies.

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49 of 100 Photo: Squire Fox

Mini Cornmeal Cakes With Heirloom Tomato Relish

With tomatoes fresh from the garden, these mini cornmeal cake appetizer treats encompass the full flavors of the season's best produce.

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50 of 100 Photo: Randy Mayor

Spicy Grilled Shrimp With Quinoa Salad

Quinoa, shrimp, and chickpeas pack a triple punch of protein into this tasty dish.

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51 of 100 Photo: Francesco Tonelli

Spaghetti With Clams and Slow-Roasted Cherry Tomatoes

This dish makes an elegant dinner for entertaining. Spaghetti dressed with clams is a Southern Italian classic, and tomatoes contribute a contemporary addition.

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Blush Mac and Cheese With Tomatoes

Both adults and kids will love this elegant twist on traditional mac and cheese.

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Fettuccine With Seared Tomatoes, Spinach, and Burrata

Don't skimp on the oil: There's a good bit here, but it creates a gorgeous tomato sauce that coats the noodles nicely. Burrata is rich, delicious fresh mozzarella cheese filled with cream. Although it was originally a hard-to-find imported Italian ingredient, now Bel Gioioso (an American cheese producer) makes and sells it in the gourmet cheese section at many major supermarkets.

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Asparagus With Balsamic Tomatoes

This recipe is quick and bursting with flavor. We love the sweetness from the grape tomatoes paired with the creaminess of the goat cheese.

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55 of 100 Photo: John Autry

Hot and Hot Tomato Salad

This recipe is a lightened interpretation of a Southern summer staple. Use whatever varieties of colorful tomatoes you find at your local market. Cherokee purple tomatoes add unique flavor and color to the plate, if you can find them. Outside of the South, black-eyed peas are a fine sub for lady peas, and okra is a regional delicacy that's optional in this dish.

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56 of 100 Photo: Becky Luigart-Stayner

Rustic Tomato-Basil Tart

You can use all red tomatoes if you can't find yellow.

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57 of 100 Photo: John Autry

Roasted Asparagus and Tomato Penne Salad With Goat Cheese

Make an upscale pasta salad that’s company-worthy by combining penne pasta, roasted asparagus, tomato, arugula, herbes de Provence and goat cheese and tossing with a lemony vinaigrette. Serve immediately or cover and chill for 2 hours for a cold pasta salad.

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58 of 100 Photo: Becky Luigart-Stayner

Chicken-and-Brie Sandwich With Roasted Cherry Tomatoes

A good balsamic vinegar makes all the difference in the roasted tomatoes, whose heat will immediately melt the soft Brie. There's no need to cut the rind off the Brie, since it's edible.

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Quick-Roasted Cherry Tomato Sauce With Spaghetti

Make a quick fresh tomato sauce for this meatless pasta recipe by roasting cherry tomatoes and adding basil, parsley and goat cheese to the dish.

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Oven-Dried Tomatoes

Cooking tomatoes for a long time at a low temperature dehydrates them and concentrates their flavor. These are plumper and softer than commercial sun-dried tomatoes, with a delicate, rich flavor.

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61 of 100 Photo: Becky Luigart-Stayner

Fusilli With Roasted Tomato Sauce

Oven-roasting tomatoes with garlic and herbs boosts the flavor in this meatless sauce.

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Grilled Flatbreads With Tomatoes and Basil

This recipe combines a salad and bread all in one. Each bite of bread is infused with the garlicky vinaigrette that's tossed with the tomatoes. Use the best tomatoes you can find–if they're beefsteak tomatoes, chop them instead of slicing. Spoon on the topping shortly before serving so the bread doesn't become soggy.

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63 of 100 Photo: Randy Mayor

Grilled Salmon With Smoky Tomato Salsa

If you prefer a milder relish, remove seeds from the jalapeño before grilling.

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Summer Peach and Tomato Salad

Simplicity has never looked so beautiful. A stunning combination of skin-on peaches and heirloom tomatoes of various colors, sizes, and shapes creates a sweet-savory salad that pairs well with grilled pork.

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Grilled Flank Steak With Onions, Avocado, and Tomatoes

Use colorful in-season heirloom tomatoes for a pretty presentation.

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66 of 100 Photo: Randy Mayor

Chicken Breasts with Tomatoes and Olives

Kalamata and picholine olives add salty savor. Serve over couscous, with dressed greens on the side.

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Marinated Heirloom Tomatoes With Mustard and Dill

Use different varieties of tomato for more color. Prepare just before serving so the tomatoes will hold their shape.

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68 of 100 Photo: Randy Mayor

Red Lentil-Rice Cakes With Simple Tomato Salsa

Crisp on the outside and creamy on the inside, these salsa-topped, red-lentil rice cakes make a lovely vegetarian entrée.

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Tomato-Dill Couscous

This easy side will be an instant hit with your family. Cook just a few minutes on the stove, and throw in snips of fresh dill, a handful of Sun Gold or Sweet 100 cherry tomatoes, and chopped red onion.

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Heirloom Tomato, Watermelon, and Peach Salad

This summer salad features seasonal tomatoes, watermelon, and peaches to create a sensationally delicious side dish that's appropriate for any occasion.

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Heirloom Tomato, Arugula, and Bacon Sandwiches

Try a slightly new interpretation of the classic BLT with a flavored mayo. You can prepare the mayonnaise mixture and cook the bacon up to one day ahead. Heirloom tomatoes can vary in size, so use your judgment: If your tomatoes are small, add a slice or two more.

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72 of 100 Photo: Becky Luigart-Stayner

Rotini With Chicken, Asparagus, and Tomatoes

Reminiscent of a pasta salad, this recipe coats rotini and colorful vegetables with a basil-flecked balsamic vinaigrette.

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Mini Tomato-Parmesan Tarts

If you don't have a pastry cutter, use the rim of a drinking glass to cut rounds from the puff pastry.

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Rainbow Trout With Smoked Tomato Salsa

Incorporate more fish into your healthy diet with this easy-to-make trout recipe. Enjoy an extra kick of flavor from the smoked salsa that serves as an elegant garnish for this fish-based main dish.

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Tomato and Asparagus "Carbonara"

Toss the pasta and vegetables immediately after cooking. The heat from the pasta will lightly cook the egg, thickening it into a creamy sauce.

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Eggplant, Tomato, and Smoked Mozzarella Tart

Salting the eggplant draws out some of the bitter flavor and moisture. Less moisture in turn minimizes the amount of oil the eggplant will absorb. This dish has a crispy crackerlike crust, a nice contrast to the tender eggplant.

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Tomato Panzanella With Shrimp and Basil

This version of bread salad incorporates a healthy blend of shrimp and heirloom tomatoes for great taste and a filling entrée.

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Creole Tomato Salad

Tomatoes are an important ingredient in the Creole cooking of New Orleans. This composed salad is easy to put together yet yields abundant, fresh flavor.

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Spiced Marinated Tomatoes

Marinated tomatoes are a great choice for summer entertaining because you can marinate up to two days ahead. This spiced-up version features jalapeño pepper, ginger and cumin.

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Snapper With Zucchini and Tomato

Lemon juice and rind brighten this snapper dinner for two. Vermouth also adds a hit a flavor to the vegetables.

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Aromatic Slow-Roasted Tomatoes

Slow roasting is one of the best uses for tomatoes because it intensifies their sweetness.

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Fresh Tomato, Sausage, and Pecorino Pasta

Ripe, late-summer tomatoes are juicy and delicious in this entrée, with no seeding or peeling necessary.

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Chunky Tomato-Fruit Gazpacho

The mangoes, melons, and nectarines give this gazpacho a sweet spin.

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Bruschetta With Warm Tomatoes

Use any variety of small summer tomatoes you find at the market; for a gorgeous look, mix tomato colors and shapes, such as yellow and orange pear tomatoes paired with red grape tomatoes.

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Bacon, Tomato, and Arugula Pizza

Instead of having an arugula salad on the side, put it on top of your pizza for fresh flavor that pairs perfectly with the tomato and applewood-smoked bacon pizza toppings.

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Stove-Top Macaroni and Cheese With Roasted Tomatoes

The macaroni mixture is cooked over medium-low heat so the cheese won't become stringy and the sauce, grainy.

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Summer Tomato, Feta, and Basil Galette

Pair this summery side with grilled flank steak, chicken, or salmon.

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Heirloom Tomato Salad With Herbs and Capers

Use a combination of your favorite varieties. We like a mix of red Brandywine, Green Zebra, and Persimmon for the beefsteak tomatoes, and Sungold, Yellow Pear, and Green Grape for the cherry tomatoes.

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Cheese and Olive-Stuffed Tomatoes

This wonderful side dish pairs well with steak or warm tuna salad and is great heated in the microwave for a quick lunch. "This is a wonderful side dish for steak or warm tuna salad, and it's great heated in the microwave for a quick lunch." -Tamara Dial Gray, Cape Coral, FL

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Summer Pappardelle With Tomatoes, Arugula, and Parmesan

If your cooked pasta is clumping together, just rinse it under hot water, drain thoroughly, and then toss with the tomato mixture and arugula.

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91 of 100 Photo: Johnny Autry

Bacon Endive Tomato Bites

Bacon lends a smoky flavor to this appetizer that will help use your delicious tomato bounty.

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92 of 100 Victor Protasio

Millet and Tomatoes

Millet is a naturally gluten-free whole grain with a nutty corn flavor. Its nutty corn flavor pairs well with fresh cherry tomatoes, thyme, and Parmesan in this easy side. 

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93 of 100 Photo: Johnny Autry

Pickled Tomatoes

Toast the spice seeds in a small skillet over medium heat, stirring constantly, until they become fragrant and start to release their flavorful oils.

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94 of 100 Photo: Johnny Autry

Heirloom Tomato and Eggplant Terrine

Using multicolored tomatoes yields the prettiest terrine.

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95 of 100 Photo: Johnny Miller

BLT Panzanella Salad

Use the showiest farmers' market or garden tomatoes in a dish that deliciously combines a favorite sandwich and a classic Italian salad, with a touch of corn and basil thrown in for extra summery flair.

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96 of 100 Greg DuPree

Tomato-Cucumber Salad With Whipped Ricotta

“I’ve always been inspired by the phrase ‘what grows together goes together,’ ” says Ana Sortun, chef of Oleana in Cambridge MA, among other places. “This salad is a wonderful way to enjoy what the end of summer offers.”

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97 of 100 Caitlin Bensel

Blistered Peppers and Tomatoes

Popping up in more grocery stores these days, shishito peppers are a mild, thin-skinned pepper that have a secret—about one in eight has a surprising kick of heat. For a milder dish, substitute mini bell peppers.

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98 of 100 Jennifer Causey

Triple Tomato Salad with Crispy Farro

Our salad update is a spectacular platter of tomatoes treated in all the ways that make the most of their flavor: pickled, roasted, and left raw. It does involve a few steps, but you can fry the farro and pickle the green tomatoes a few days in advance to get ahead.

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Tahini-Marinated Chicken Thighs with Cucumber-and-Tomato Salad

The crisp cucumber tomato salad in this summer meal is inspired by the traditional Israeli salad that's usually stuffed into pita pockets with shawarma (slow-grilled meat) and drizzled with tahini sauce. Here, it makes the perfect side to juicy tahini-marinated chicken thighs and rice.

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100 of 100 Caitlin Bensel

Grilled Heirloom Tomato and Feta Panzanella

This salad comes together in just 20 minutes. But spring for heirloom tomatoes—their rich flavor and vibrant color add a huge wow factor. Beans bulk it up with fiber and protein.

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