What I Make With Tomatoes The Second They're Actually In Season

Tomato season doesn't last forever, so use it. These 12 recipes turn ripe, in-season tomatoes into salads, sandwiches, and pasta bakes.

Simple ingredients, big flavor. Save this list for whenever you've got extra tomatoes on the counter.

A four-photo collage of fresh tomato recipes: a grilled cheese and tomato sandwich, a tomato basil galette, a baked tomato mozzarella dish, and a cucumber tomato avocado salad, with a red "Fresh Tomato Recipe Ideas" banner across the middle.

12 Best Fresh Tomato Recipes

Baked Chicken With Cherry Tomatoes

Baked Chicken With Cherry Tomatoes is an easy one-pan dinner packed with juicy flavor, fresh herbs, and melty cheese. Ready in about 30 minutes.

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Easy baked chicken breast with mozzarella and cherry tomatoes.

Tomato Avocado Salad

This fresh and vibrant Tomato Avocado Salad is ready in just 10 minutes! Packed with juicy tomatoes, creamy avocado, and crisp cucumber, it's the perfect healthy side dish or light meal. Quick, easy, and absolutely delicious!

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Creamy Cucumber and Tomato Salad

Creamy Cucumber and Tomato Salad is an easy, beginner-friendly recipe that pairs perfectly with any dish. Ready in minutes, it’s fresh, flavorful, and perfect for every occasion!

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Cherry Tomato Salad

Enjoy a refreshing marinated cherry tomato salad with a blend of olive oil, garlic, vinegar, and fresh herbs. Perfect as a light side dish or appetizer!

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marinated cherry tomato salad with herbs.

Roasted Asparagus and Tomatoes

Need a quick and tasty side dish? Try our roasted asparagus and tomatoes baked to perfection with garlic and delicious seasoning mix.

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roasted asparagus and tomatoes with garlic and seasonings.

Air Fryer Grilled Cheese With Tomato Sandwiches

Grilled cheese sandwiches have always been a favorite comfort food for many people. Now, thanks to the popularity of air fryers, there's a new tasty version: the Air Fryer Grilled Cheese With Tomato. It's crispy, cheesy, and delicious!

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a stack of grilled cheese tomato sandwiches.

Savory Tomato and Mozzarella Galette (Caprese Galette)

Summer is in full swing, and the farmer's markets and gardens are brimming with fresh, juicy tomatoes. It means it’s time to make this delicious savory galette! With its tender, flaky crust flecked with basil, topped with roasted tomatoes and gooey mozzarella, this galette is an absolute delight!

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Mozzarella Tomato Basil Appetizer

This summer-ready Tomato Basil Mozzarella Salad is a classic layered Caprese salad featuring juicy sliced tomatoes and sliced mozzarella cheese with fresh basil leaves tucked between.

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tomato basil mozzarella salad with balsamic glaze

Creamy Tomato Tuna Pasta Bake

Creamy Tomato Tuna Pasta Bake is a healthy, filling, and budget-friendly dish. It also happens to be delicious! You can have this one-dish meal on the table in a quick 20 minutes which makes it perfect for a busy weeknight dinner.

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