7 Tomato Recipes That Taste Like Peak Summer

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There is just something about fresh, juicy tomatoes – a distinct quality – that canned tomatoes can never match. Throughout the summer, when my local markets are filled with fresh tomatoes, I ditch the canned tomatoes for some ripe, sweet goodness of fresh ones that taste like summer and smell even better. My absolute favorite tomato summer recipes produce these 7 dishes that instantly become the highlight of my summer.

Greek Spaghetti

Ever since I found out that tomatoes are a staple in traditional Mediterranean cuisine, I have become an even bigger fan of the rich Mediterranean flavors. This is why I love this Greek Spaghetti recipe – it combines the rich, sweet goodness of fresh tomatoes with other summer veggies, pairing them with simple spaghetti and savory Mediterranean flavors for a light, summer meal. Full Recipe: Greek Spaghetti

Cherry Tomato Pasta

Cherry tomatoes look exactly as you imagine them – tiny, juicy, sweet little balls of pure summer flavor. Adding their rich, bursting texture to the comforting vibe of linguine, cherry tomato pasta is so simple to make, yet so flavorful that you just can’t seem to get enough of it. Full Recipe: Cherry Tomato Pasta

Tomato Alfredo

Add a red, tomato-y twist to the classic white Alfredo sauce because- why not? It’s light, it’s creamy, and – most of all – it tastes like summer. As long as there are fresh tomatoes available, I keep coming back to the tomato version of Alfredo pasta to savor as much of the fresh tomato goodness as I possibly can. Full Recipe: Tomato Alfredo Sauce

Roasted Tomato Pasta

If you have not yet tried roasting fresh tomatoes, I highly recommend that you do so before the season ends. Roasting tomatoes brings out their flavor, even the sad little winter tomatoes. Imagine how flavorful roasted fresh tomatoes would be. Just pair them with your favorite pasta, top it up with your favorite cheese and herbs, and experience the magic. Full Recipe: Roasted Tomato Pasta

Caprese Chicken With Roasted Tomatoes

Since we are talking about roasted tomatoes, I bring you this caprese chicken recipe! With roasted tomatoes paired with some pan-fried chicken breast, this recipe combines the best of tomatoes with simple chicken – bringing you the ultimate comfort summer weeknight dinner. Full Recipe: Caprese Chicken With Roasted Tomatoes

Zucchini Tomato Tart

Let’s get back to cherry tomatoes – since I just can’t get enough of them. Cherry tomatoes, together with zucchini, give you the full ride to summersville. I also love making this zucchini tomato tart, since it combines my love for baking with my love for cherry tomatoes tomatoes. Full Recipe: Zucchini Tomato Tart

Tomato Soup

I know what you’re thinking. Soups? In August? Well, if the said soup is a simple, creamy tomato soup, then I make an exception. Using fresh tomatoes instantly gives this soup a rich summer flavor – instantly winning it a summer-soup title. Full Recipe: Simple Tomato Soup