Celebrate Tomato Season With These 11 Recipes

One of the best things about late summer is tomato season. There's are few things better than a peak season tomato with a simple sprinkle of salt and pepper. If you want to do a little more with this summer delicacy, we've got some quintessential, easy recipes to taste tomatoes in every form. From comforting tomato soup to classic bruschetta, here are some of our favorite fresh tomato recipes:

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Tomato Galette

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The flaky, buttery pastry wraps around a delicious combination of jammy tomatoes and herbed goat cheese. It's rich, savory, and fresh — perfectly celebrating late summer flavors in one impressive dish.

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Here's what you'll need: tomatoes, galette dough (made from flour, butter, cold water, vinegar, and salt), goat cheese, fresh thyme, lemon zest, garlic, chives, an egg, fresh basil, and salt and pepper.

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Tomato Soup

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An easy-to-make tomato recipe with a rich and comforting flavor profile. While the parmesan and cream make it incredibly satisfying, a little sugar helps balance the acidity. It's a quick 30-minute recipe that keeps well in the fridge — perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep.

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Here's what you'll need: butter, yellow onion, garlic, crushed tomatoes, chicken stock, fresh basil, sugar, black pepper, whipping cream, and parmesan cheese.

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Vegan Tomato Soup

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If you prefer a vegan version of the soup, this is a delicious plant-based recipe that is simple to make. Just sauté onions, simmer with fresh crushed tomatoes and broth, then blend with cashews for a rich, creamy texture. The cashews create a luxurious consistency while salt and a touch of sugar perfectly balance the tomatoes' acidity.

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Here's what you'll need: olive oil (or water for oil-free option), sweet onion, canned crushed tomatoes, vegetable broth, raw cashews, salt, and granulated sugar.

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Tomato Sauce

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A simple and rich homemade tomato sauce that is a summer essential. It’s so flavorful that it doesn't even need parmesan cheese when tossed with pasta. You can also use canned whole peeled tomatoes instead of fresh ones.

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Here's what you'll need: plum tomatoes, unsalted butter, olive oil, yellow onions, garlic, salt, sugar, and fresh basil.

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Tomato Sandwich

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A mayo-slathered whole grain toast packed with generous slices of ripe tomato, finished with salt and fresh-cracked pepper. It's the perfect way to showcase fresh summer tomatoes in their full glory.

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Here's what you'll need: dense wholegrain bread with seeds, beefsteak tomato, mayonnaise, kosher salt, and coarsely ground black pepper.

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Fried Green Tomatoes

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A southern classic, this tomato recipe transforms firm, unripe tomatoes into a crispy, savory delight. The three-step coating process creates the perfect crunch while keeping the inside tender. It can be a delicious appetizer or side dish that showcases the unique tanginess of green tomatoes.

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Here's what you'll need: green tomatoes, salt, ground black pepper, all-purpose flour, buttermilk, cornmeal, dried parsley, paprika, cayenne pepper, and canola oil.

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Okra and Tomatoes

A quick, flavorful way to enjoy summer produce with minimal effort. This delicious side dish combines fresh okra with tomatoes and savory bacon. Simply cook crispy bacon, sauté the vegetables until tender, add tomatoes to heat through, and garnish with the crumbled bacon.

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Here's what you'll need: bacon, frozen okra, onion, green bell pepper, celery, stewed tomatoes, salt, and pepper.

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Classic Bruschetta

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This classic Italian bruschetta features crispy parmesan toasts topped with a flavorful tomato mixture. For best results, let the tomato mixture rest for at least 30 minutes (up to 2 hours) to deepen the flavors.

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Here's what you'll need: Roma tomatoes (or cherry tomatoes), fresh basil leaves, garlic, balsamic vinegar, extra virgin olive oil, a baguette or ciabatta bread, parmesan cheese, and balsamic glaze for drizzling.

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Pan Con Tomate (Spanish Tomato Bread)

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Known as "bread with tomato" in Spanish, this traditional dish features rustic bread rubbed with fresh garlic and ripe tomatoes. Unlike Bruschetta with its chopped tomato topping, Pan con Tomate involves directly rubbing whole ingredients onto a warm bread for a simpler yet equally flavorful result.

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Here's what you'll need: rustic bread (like Ciabatta), ripe tomatoes (preferably heirloom), extra virgin olive oil, garlic, salt, and lime juice as an optional flavor enhancer.

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Tomato Salsa

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This fresh homemade salsa is perfect for parties, incredibly easy to make from scratch, and pairs wonderfully with your favorite chips. It tastes even better if you can make it and leave it overnight.

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Here's what you'll need: fresh tomatoes, onion, green bell pepper, cilantro, lime juice, jalapeño pepper, cumin, kosher salt, and black pepper.

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Tomato Curry (Andhra Tomato Kura)

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This Andhra-style Tomato Curry is bold, tangy, and full of homestyle flavor. Soft-cooked onions and ripe tomatoes create a chunky, rustic texture, enhanced by a tempering of mustard seeds, curry leaves, and garlic. This fast, no-fuss dish pairs perfectly with rice or chapati, making it ideal for simple, comforting meals.

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Here’s what you’ll need: oil, mustard seeds, garlic, curry leaves, green chilies, sliced onions, chopped tomatoes, turmeric, red chili powder, and salt.

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