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Photo:Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Food Stylist: Julia Levy, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle
Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Food Stylist: Julia Levy, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle
Don’t get us wrong, we lovecaprese saladin all shapes and forms. But sometimes, it’s fun to get creative with your tomato dishes—especially as peak summer approaches. Here, we’ve rounded up some of our favorite recipes featuring the fan-favorite vegetable, from sandwiches to gazpachos. Whether you grow them in your garden, frequent the farmer’s market or pick up a pint from the store, dishes like our Tomato-Cucumber Salad with Whipped Feta and our Tomato, Mozzarella & Arugula Sandwich will help you make the most of the season.
01of 16Tomato-Cucumber Salad with Whipped Feta Is Peak Summer PerfectionPhotographer: Stacy k. Allen, Props: Christina Brockman, Food Stylist: Lauren OdumThe feta and cream cheese whip up into a smooth and creamy dip topped with summer-ripe tomatoes and cucumber. Each bite keeps you coming back for more! Opt for feta in brine for the best texture, as pre-crumbled feta tends to lack moisture and can make the dip grainy.View Recipe
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Tomato-Cucumber Salad with Whipped Feta Is Peak Summer Perfection
Photographer: Stacy k. Allen, Props: Christina Brockman, Food Stylist: Lauren Odum
The feta and cream cheese whip up into a smooth and creamy dip topped with summer-ripe tomatoes and cucumber. Each bite keeps you coming back for more! Opt for feta in brine for the best texture, as pre-crumbled feta tends to lack moisture and can make the dip grainy.
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02of 16This High-Protein Tomato, Mozzarella & Arugula Sandwich Tastes Like SummerPhotographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, prop stylist: LIndsey LowerThis vegetarian sandwich is packed with protein, thanks to creamy fresh mozzarella cheese and plenty of walnuts blended into the roasted red pepper spread. The spread, reminiscent of romesco sauce, is versatile and can also be served as a dip or sauce, adding depth and complexity to dishes like grilled meats, seafood and vegetables, or as a topping for pasta.View Recipe
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This High-Protein Tomato, Mozzarella & Arugula Sandwich Tastes Like Summer
Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, prop stylist: LIndsey Lower
This vegetarian sandwich is packed with protein, thanks to creamy fresh mozzarella cheese and plenty of walnuts blended into the roasted red pepper spread. The spread, reminiscent of romesco sauce, is versatile and can also be served as a dip or sauce, adding depth and complexity to dishes like grilled meats, seafood and vegetables, or as a topping for pasta.
03of 16Baked Feta & Tomato PortobellosPhotographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Food Stylist: Julia Levy, Prop Stylist: Josh HoggleThese easy feta-and-tomato-stuffed portobellos make for a delicious side. Baking the mushrooms stem-side down first allows any excess liquid to release from the mushrooms so it won’t muddy the flavors of your dish. If you don’t have Calabrian chiles, substitute 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper depending on your spice preference.View Recipe
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Baked Feta & Tomato Portobellos
These easy feta-and-tomato-stuffed portobellos make for a delicious side. Baking the mushrooms stem-side down first allows any excess liquid to release from the mushrooms so it won’t muddy the flavors of your dish. If you don’t have Calabrian chiles, substitute 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper depending on your spice preference.
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This Cucumber & Tomato Sandwich Tastes Like Summer
Photographer: Stacy k. Allen, Props: Christina Brockman, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf
05of 16Tomato-Zucchini SalsaEatingWellThis easy, veggie-packed dip makes a healthy snack or appetizer. Capers add a nice brininess to this salsa. Serve with pita chips or tortilla chips or spoon it over grilled chicken or fish.View Recipe
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Tomato-Zucchini Salsa
EatingWell
This easy, veggie-packed dip makes a healthy snack or appetizer. Capers add a nice brininess to this salsa. Serve with pita chips or tortilla chips or spoon it over grilled chicken or fish.
06of 16Marinated Cucumber & Tomato SaladAndrea MathisThis marinated salad is such a healthy way to enjoy those fresh summer veggies and can be easily customized. Try adding in some fresh herbs or feta cheese for a little added flavor. You can also swap in seasoned pepper, which is amped up with additional seasonings, in place of the plain ground pepper for an additional flavor boost.View Recipe
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Marinated Cucumber & Tomato Salad
Andrea Mathis
This marinated salad is such a healthy way to enjoy those fresh summer veggies and can be easily customized. Try adding in some fresh herbs or feta cheese for a little added flavor. You can also swap in seasoned pepper, which is amped up with additional seasonings, in place of the plain ground pepper for an additional flavor boost.
07of 16Chunky Tomato-Avocado DipEatingWellDon’t worry about mashing the avocado until smooth—a coarse texture works best with the chopped tomato. This easy dip makes a quick appetizer or snack. We serve with tortilla chips, but you can also pair with your favorite crackers or pretzels.View Recipe
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Chunky Tomato-Avocado Dip
Don’t worry about mashing the avocado until smooth—a coarse texture works best with the chopped tomato. This easy dip makes a quick appetizer or snack. We serve with tortilla chips, but you can also pair with your favorite crackers or pretzels.
08of 16Tuna Salad & Tomato SandwichPhotographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Phoebe HauserThis classic deli-style tuna sandwich is packed with protein and topped with a juicy slice of fresh tomato. This recipe makes one sandwich, but you can easily double or quadruple the recipe to make more. Sweet pickle relish adds a contrast of flavors to the mix, but if you prefer something less sweet, dill pickle relish can be used in its place.View Recipe
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Tuna Salad & Tomato Sandwich
Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Phoebe Hauser
This classic deli-style tuna sandwich is packed with protein and topped with a juicy slice of fresh tomato. This recipe makes one sandwich, but you can easily double or quadruple the recipe to make more. Sweet pickle relish adds a contrast of flavors to the mix, but if you prefer something less sweet, dill pickle relish can be used in its place.
09of 16Creamy Cucumber, Radish & Tomato Chopped SaladA mix of cool, crunchy vegetables gives this healthy salad a satisfying bite for a perfect potluck side.View Recipe
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Creamy Cucumber, Radish & Tomato Chopped Salad
A mix of cool, crunchy vegetables gives this healthy salad a satisfying bite for a perfect potluck side.
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Salsa-Topped Avocado Toast
Photography: Carson Downing, Food stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop stylist: Gabe Greco
11of 16One-Pot Tomato Basil PastaThis one-pot pasta with tangy tomato-basil sauce is a simple, fast and easy weeknight dinner. All of your ingredients go into one pot, and with a bit of stirring and about 25 minutes of cook time, you’ll have a healthy dinner the whole family will enjoy.View Recipe
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One-Pot Tomato Basil Pasta
This one-pot pasta with tangy tomato-basil sauce is a simple, fast and easy weeknight dinner. All of your ingredients go into one pot, and with a bit of stirring and about 25 minutes of cook time, you’ll have a healthy dinner the whole family will enjoy.
12of 16Easy Tomato GazpachoMany gazpacho recipes are thickened with bread, but this easy gazpacho recipe uses just vegetables, making it a gluten-free refresher for a hot summer day. The key to any flavorful gazpacho is giving it time to rest. The flavors meld and become cohesive when the soup is allowed to sit a bit before serving.View Recipe
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Easy Tomato Gazpacho
Many gazpacho recipes are thickened with bread, but this easy gazpacho recipe uses just vegetables, making it a gluten-free refresher for a hot summer day. The key to any flavorful gazpacho is giving it time to rest. The flavors meld and become cohesive when the soup is allowed to sit a bit before serving.
13of 16Baked Parmesan TomatoesA sprinkle of Parmesan and a drizzle of olive oil transform tomatoes into the perfect side dish. Or try sandwiching them between slices of your favorite whole-wheat country bread.View Recipe
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Baked Parmesan Tomatoes
A sprinkle of Parmesan and a drizzle of olive oil transform tomatoes into the perfect side dish. Or try sandwiching them between slices of your favorite whole-wheat country bread.
14of 16Fresh Tomato SalsaJason DonnellyThis easy fresh tomato salsa recipe yields about 5 cups of salsa—plenty to serve a crowd. If you like spicy salsa, use the full amount of jalapeños and add more cayenne pepper. Serve with chips, tacos and more.View Recipe
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Fresh Tomato Salsa
Jason Donnelly
This easy fresh tomato salsa recipe yields about 5 cups of salsa—plenty to serve a crowd. If you like spicy salsa, use the full amount of jalapeños and add more cayenne pepper. Serve with chips, tacos and more.
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Whipped Feta with Roasted Tomatoes
This easy appetizer is a must-have for your next gathering. Roasting the tomatoes brings out their natural sweetness, while the garlic’s sharper flavor gets mellowed out. If you don’t have basil, garnish with oregano or thyme. Toasted whole-wheat baguette scoops up every bit of dip, but you could also serve with sliced veggies.
16of 16Slow-Roasted TomatoesSlowly cooking summer-ripe tomatoes in a low oven makes them candy-sweet. Turn to this recipe to preserve the summer bounty from your garden or farmers' market; it freezes well for up to 6 months. Tuck these tasty bites into sandwiches; stir them into risotto; or chop them and mix with Kalamata olives, olive oil and fresh herbs to scoop up with pita chips.View Recipe
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Slow-Roasted Tomatoes
Slowly cooking summer-ripe tomatoes in a low oven makes them candy-sweet. Turn to this recipe to preserve the summer bounty from your garden or farmers' market; it freezes well for up to 6 months. Tuck these tasty bites into sandwiches; stir them into risotto; or chop them and mix with Kalamata olives, olive oil and fresh herbs to scoop up with pita chips.
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