Spring is the perfect time to enjoy the fresh, vibrant flavours of seasonal tomatoes. As lighter meals come back into focus, tomatoes add brightness and colour to everything from simple lunches to elegant starters.
This collection brings together a variety of tomato-based recipes that are perfect for the season. From crisp salads and comforting brunch dishes to easy appetisers and light, flavourful mains, each recipe highlights just how versatile and refreshing tomatoes can be in spring cooking.
Roasted Cherry Tomato and Burrata Bruschetta
This roasted cherry tomato and burrata bruschetta is a simple yet flavour-packed dish inspired by classic Italian flavours. Sweet, oven-roasted cherry tomatoes are paired with rich, creamy burrata and served over crisp toasted bread for the perfect balance of texture and taste. It’s quick to prepare, visually impressive, and ideal as an appetiser, light lunch, or sharing dish. Fresh, vibrant, and effortlessly elegant, this bruschetta brings a taste of Italy straight to your table.
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Tomato Toast Recipe for Summer Tomatoes
If you’re eager to make the most of your summer tomatoes, this tomato toast recipe is perfect for you, as it highlights the tomatoes with simple yet delicious ingredients. Pair it with creamy scrambled eggs for breakfast or enjoy it with summer veggies and grilled drumsticks for a delightful summer dinner.
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Summer Tomato Salad with Roasted Corn and Avocado
This summer tomato salad recipe features tomatoes, roasted corn, onions, avocado, and a sweet honey basil dressing to bring it all together.
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Bruschetta with Mozzarella
There is nothing quite like the classic flavor combination of sweet tomatoes with fresh basil and mozzarella. Allow this winning flavor trio to marinate with a bit of olive oil, balsamic, and garlic, serve on slices of rustic toasted gluten-free bread, and you’ll have a simple bruschetta with mozzarella appetizer that everyone will love and devour. Just 30 minutes start to finish!
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Panzanella Salad – Tomato and Bread Salad
Panzanella, also known as panmolle, is a classic Italian salad made with salad vegetables and bread. It’s traditionally prepared using stale bread that is rehydrated in a tomato juice, red wine vinegar, and olive oil dressing. There are lots of different variations to a panzanella salad recipe. If you’re looking for backyard picnic party ideas, this rustic Tuscan salad will really hit the spot.
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Mediterranean Hummus Platter
If you need a gorgeous (and secretly easy!) appetizer, this Mediterranean hummus platter is a crowd-pleaser AND stunner all at once.
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Instant Pot Shakshuka (Eggs With Spicy Tomato Sauce)
Want to diversify your breakfast? You have come to the right place! Shakshuka is an Israeli dish that includes eggs, tomatoes, bell peppers, and other healthy ingredients. Gluten-free, dairy-free, and perfect for the whole family!
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Burrata with Tomatoes and Pesto
If you’re looking for an Italian appetizer recipe that’s fresh, tasty, and easy to make, this burrata with tomatoes and pesto might be perfect for you! It’s a delicious combination of fresh and juicy heirloom tomatoes, tangy olives, aromatic basil leaves, and fresh pesto.
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Tomato Avocado Zucchini Salad
Raw zucchini is spiralized and tossed with sweet grape tomatoes, fresh basil, creamy feta, diced avocados, and a simple lemon garlic vinaigrette. This tomato avocado zucchini salad is a simple 10-minute recipe with healthy, gluten-free ingredients. A delicious side dish that can be served with just about everything!
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Pan Fried Haddock with Tomatoes, Olives and Capers
This Pan Fried Haddock is an Italian-recipe comprising a savoury mix of tomato, olives & capers that serve as a sauce with the fish. It is keto-friendly; just serve it with your favorite greens.
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Vegan Pesto Pizza With Roasted Tomato
Having pizza night this week? Trying whipping up this deliciously light vegan pesto pizza! This pizza recipe is incredibly fresh and flavorful thanks to the roasted tomatoes, homemade vegan parmesan cheese, fresh basil, and pumpkin seed pesto. Plus, it’s quick and easy to make at home, making it perfect for a quick weekday dinner or a special weekend treat.
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Garlic Tomato Shrimp Scampi Without Wine
The following recipe proves you don’t need to add wine for a delicious shrimp and tomato dish served with pappardelle pasta.
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Vegetable and Tomato Frittata Recipe
This quick and inexpensive tomato and herb vegetable frittata recipe is the perfect healthy breakfast dish! Loaded with protein and veggies and oven baked in a cast iron skillet, it’s the best comforting yet beautiful dish for company!
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