Tomatoes are the heart of so many great dishes — fresh, roasted, simmered, or sun-dried, they bring color, flavor, and depth to everything they touch. From classic sauces and soups to fresh salads, hearty pastas, and even cocktails, this collection celebrates the tomato in all its juicy glory. Whether you’re working with summer’s ripest bounty or canned pantry staples, these 15 recipes prove there’s no wrong way to show a little Tomato love — One ingredient, 15 recipes.

1. Sicilian tomato pesto

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Sicilian Tomato Pesto (Pesto alla Trapanese) is a vibrant twist on classic pesto, made with fresh tomatoes, almonds, basil, garlic, and Pecorino Romano cheese for a bright, nutty, and slightly sweet sauce that tastes like summer in Sicily. Get the recipe.

2. One pan chicken with tomato and olives

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This Mediterranean-inspired chicken dish features tender chicken simmered with tomatoes, briny olives, and tangy feta cheese for a bright, flavorful meal that’s both hearty and fresh. Get the recipe.

3. Indian tomato chutney

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A mildly spiced, tangy condiment made with ripe tomatoes, garlic, and warming spices – perfect for serving with dosas, samosas, and naan bread. Get the recipe.

4. Tomato basil soup

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This 30-minute soup is rich and creamy without any dairy – thickened naturally with white beans for a wholesome, gluten-free, and vegan meal that’s as comforting as it is healthy. Get the recipe.

5. Herbed tomato galette

Herbed tomato galette served in a cast iron skillet
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A rustic galette featuring a flaky Parmesan-crusted pastry filled with juicy tomatoes, fresh herbs, and a touch of olive oil — a savory, rustic tart perfect for any meal. Get the recipe.

6. Tomato and crispy prosciutto bruschetta

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Crispy prosciutto elevates classic bruschetta in this appetizer, served on toasted bread with ripe tomatoes, fresh basil, and a drizzle of olive oil for a perfect balance of crunch and flavor. Get the recipe.

7. Italian stewed tomatoes and onions

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A 2-ingredient, simple, flavorful Italian dish of tender tomatoes and sweet onions slowly cooked with olive oil, garlic, and herbs — perfect as a side, topping, or pasta sauce. Get the recipe.

8. Tomato and zucchini carpaccio

Sliced yellow and red heirloom tomatoes with sliced zucchini on a round plate
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A colorful, light, fresh dish featuring thinly sliced vegetables, tossed with fragrant dill, toasted pine nuts, and a drizzle of olive oil – perfect as an appetizer or side. Get the recipe.

9. Tuscan tomato beans

Cannellini beans cooked in crushed tomatoes with toasted bread
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Italian Beans simmered with onion, garlic, fresh sage, and crushed tomatoes create a hearty, flavorful dish – perfect as a side, topping, or a simple vegetarian main. Get the recipe.

10. Whipped ricotta, goat cheese and tomatoes

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Creamy whipped ricotta and tangy goat cheese is topped with sweet, savory stewed tomatoes for a simple yet elegant appetizer or spread bursting with flavor. Get the recipe.

11. Roasted tomato pasta sauce

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Rich, flavorful, and bursting with the natural sweetness of oven-roasted tomatoes — a simple, vibrant sauce perfect for any pasta. Get the recipe.

12. Shrimp and cherry tomato bruschetta

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Toasted bread topped with juicy cherry tomatoes, succulent shrimp, and fresh herbs, making a light and flavorful appetizer perfect for any gathering. Get the recipe.

13. Heirloom tomato salad with feta and pistachios

Multi-color sliced tomatoes on a round white plate topped with toasted pistachios, feta and fresh basil
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Sweet heirloom tomatoes are topped with creamy feta and crunchy pistachios for a fresh, vibrant, and flavorful salad or appetizer. Get the recipe.

14. Spaghetti puttanesca

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A bold, flavorful pasta dish with tangy tomatoes, briny olives, capers, garlic, and anchovies — a quick and savory classic from Italy. Get the recipe.

15. Brown butter chicken and tomatoes

Herbed Brown Butter Chicken with Tomatoes in a cast iron skillet garnished with fresh rosemary
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Tender chicken breasts cooked in nutty brown butter with juicy tomatoes, fragrant rosemary, and earthy sage for a rich, flavorful meal. Get the recipe.