15 healthy recipes for all those summer tomatoes

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July 25, 2022

Have a ton of tomatoes growing in the garden? They don’t have to be destined for canning. You can enjoy them all season long!

Garden tomato salad
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1. Garden tomato salad

This garden tomato salad is sure to please. Enjoy it as a side dish, layer it over meats , or mix it into pasta or rice.

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Salsa
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2. Restaurant salsa

If you love the red salsa you get at a Mexican restaurant, make a big batch to enjoy at home. It’s easy!

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Chickpea black bean salad with tomatoes
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3. Black bean salad with tomatoes

This black bean salad has lots of tomatoes. Make a double batch and share with friends and family!

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Classic cherry tomato soup
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4. Classic cherry tomato soup

Tomato soup is so delicious with a grilled cheese sandwich. Even during the summer months! This makes an easy dinner and you can freeze it in small batches for future meals.

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Roasted tomatoes with chicken
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5. Roasted tomatoes with chicken

Roasted tomatoes are delicious with just about any main course. In this recipe, they get paired with chicken and the pairing couldn’t be tastier.

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Corn salad with tomatoes
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6. Corn salad with tomatoes

This corn salad has a healthy helping of fresh tomatoes. It’s the perfect side dish for summer!

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Egg salad with sliced tomato
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7. Egg salad with sliced tomato

A good egg salad sandwich is made better by the use of sliced tomatoes. Layer them on heavy for a delicious lunch!

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Instant pot marinara
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8. Instant pot marinara

If you love Instant Pot cooking, this IP Marinara is a fantastic way to use up your garden tomatoes without overheating the kitchen too much.

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BLT pasta salad
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9. BLT pasta salad

A BLT just won’t be the same without the T, and this pasta salad is no exception. This is all the flavors of a classic sandwich, in a pasta salad.

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Pico de gallo
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10. Pico de gallo

Cilantro salsa, a.k.a pico de gallo, is best when it’s made fresh at home. Give this easy recipe a try!

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Summer quinoa salad
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11. Summer quinoa salad

If you love quinoa, this recipe is perfect for enjoying your garden tomatoes in this delicious, summery salad.

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Pasta puttanesca
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12. Pasta putanesca

Fresh veggies, including fresh tomatoes, come together in this delicious, plant-based dish. Give this Vegan Pasta Puttanesca a try for dinner tonight!

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Chickpea salad with tomatoes
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13. Chickpea salad with tomatoes

This chickpeas salad uses lots of fresh tomatoes. Perfect for enjoying summer flavors straight from the garden.

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Cavatappi salad
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14. Cavatappi pasta

This Cavatappi pasta is a wonderful blend of pasta, sausage and fresh tomatoes. It’s a great summertime pasta dinner!

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Cowboy caviar
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15. Cowboy caviar

If you’ve never tried Cowboy Caviar, you’re missing out! This deliciousness is all about the fresh tomatoes and more. Enjoy it as a dip, side dish or delicious addition to pasta or rice.

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