Tomato-licious: 17 ultimate tomato recipes for summer

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Welcome to a tomato lover’s paradise! In this collection of 17 tomato recipes, we invite you to embark on a flavorful journey where juicy, vibrant tomatoes take center stage!

Marinated tomatoes in a yellow pie dish.
Marinated Heirloom Tomatoes. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

Orzo Pesto Salad with Sundried Tomatoes

Pesto orzo salad on two black plates.
Orzo Pesto Salad. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

This recipe is all about bold, scrumptious ingredients coming together for a summer sensation. Basil pesto sauce, feta cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, pine nuts, and peppery arugula join forces, creating a salad that bursts with freshness!
Get the Recipe: Orzo Pesto Salad with Sundried Tomatoes

Roasted Cherry Tomatoes

Roasted cherry tomatoes on the vine on a wooden cutting board.
Roasted Cherry Tomatoes. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

These cherry tomatoes are the rock stars of the oven-roasting world. Dressed in garlic and olive oil, they proudly cling to their vine, ready to be devoured with gusto!
Get the Recipe: Roasted Cherry Tomatoes

Tomato and Mascarpone Sauce

Spaghetti with tomato mascarpone sauce is twirled on a black plate.
Tomato Mascarpone Sauce. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

Prepare to have your taste buds whisked away to Italy with this tomato and mascarpone sauce. It takes the traditional Italian tomato sauce and transforms it into a luscious, dreamy, and tangy delight.
Get the Recipe: Tomato and Mascarpone Sauce

Air Fryer Tomatoes

Air Fryer tomatoes on a slate serving dish.
Air Fryer Tomatoes. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

Want to savor the deliciousness of summer tomatoes without breaking a sweat? Look no further than these air fryer tomatoes. Sprinkled with salt, spices, and garlic, they deliver a tantalizing blend of savory, slightly sweet, tangy flavors while maintaining their juicy goodness.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Tomatoes

Arugula Caprese Salad

Arugula caprese salad on a white plate.
Arugula Caprese Salad. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

This caprese salad with arugula is summer’s ultimate crush! Cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella cheese, basil leaves—all assembled in a beautiful symphony of flavor. Drizzled with olive oil and balsamic reduction, this salad is a superstar that will make your taste buds dance with joy!
Get the Recipe: Arugula Caprese Salad

Bloody Mary Shrimp

Bloody mary shrimp on a white plate with a lemon wedge.
Bloody Mary Shrimp. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

Brace yourself for the epic transformation of your favorite cocktail. Introducing the Bloody Mary Shrimp recipe! Ripe cherry tomatoes, spicy horseradish, plump shrimp—these ingredients join forces to create a jaw-dropping, weeknight dinner that will leave you wanting more.
Get the Recipe: Bloody Mary Shrimp

Marinated Tomatoes

Marinated tomatoes in a yellow pie dish.
Marinated Heirloom Tomatoes. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

These mind-blowing marinated heirloom tomatoes capture the epic flavor of summer. Picture garden-fresh tomatoes lounging in a vibrant, zesty marinade of olive oil, vinegar, fresh garlic, and oregano. The result? A salad or sandwich topping that doesn’t just look fabulous but tastes like tomato paradise!
Get the Recipe: Marinated Tomatoes

BLT with Chicken

Closeup side view shot of a BLT with chicken.
BLT with Chicken. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

Get ready to take a bite out of summer with this BLT featuring marinated tomatoes. Crisp lettuce, salty bacon, toasted bread—it’s a sandwich that screams summer vibes!
Get the Recipe: BLT with Chicken

Burrata Salad with Balsamic Glaze

A salad of mixed greens, basil, halved cherry tomatoes, and burrata on a white plate.
Burrata Salad with Balsamic Glaze. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

Indulge in the ultimate Burrata Salad with Balsamic Glaze—an adventure for your palate! Spring mix, fresh basil leaves, cherry tomatoes, creamy burrata cheese, drizzled with rich olive oil and a tantalizing balsamic reduction. It’s a refreshing, tangy, and downright irresistible summer salad that will leave you craving more!
Get the Recipe: Burrata Salad with Balsamic Glaze

Garden Fresh Salsa

Garden fresh salsa in a white bowl with a tortilla chip.
Garden Fresh Salsa. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

Get ready for a fiesta of flavors with this delicious fresh garden salsa recipe. Tomatoes, onions, cilantro, jalapeño peppers—all dancing together with a splash of lime juice.
Get the Recipe: Garden Fresh Salsa

Hearty Marinara Sauce

A closeup on hearty marinara sauce in a wooden spoon.
Hearty Marinara Sauce. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

Get ready for a taste explosion with hearty marinara sauce—a triumph of Italian cuisine! Hand-crushed tomatoes, sautéed garlic and onion, rich olive oil, fresh basil, and flavorful Italian herbs unite to create a sauce that’ll transport you straight to Italy!
Get the Recipe: Hearty Marinara Sauce

Lemon Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner

Lemons, sweet peppers, thyme, and cherry tomatoes with baked chicken thighs on a sheet tray.
Lemon Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

Get ready to rock your taste buds with this lemon chicken tray bake—your easy-peasy weeknight meal. Crispy, savory chicken thighs, fresh thyme, roasted sweet peppers, cherry tomatoes, shallots, garlic, and a zesty lemon twist.
Get the Recipe: Lemon Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner

Penne al Salmone

Penne al salmone on a white plate with a copper fork.
Penne al Salmone. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

Say hello to Penne al Salmone—your ticket to a fresh, light, and summery pasta experience. Bursting with sweetness and savory delights, this dish features cherry tomatoes in a white wine sauce with thyme, and it’s salmon pasta without the cream. It’s a pasta party that’ll make your taste buds sing!
Get the Recipe: Penne al Salmone

Spaghetti Arrabbiata

Spaghetti Arrabbiata twirled on a black plate.
Spaghetti Arrabbiata. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

Brace yourself for a spicy sensation with Spaghetti Arrabbiata—an Italian pasta dish that’ll kick your taste buds into high gear! Crushed tomatoes, garlic, and onion join forces to create a sauce that’s bursting with fiery flavor.
Get the Recipe: Spaghetti Arrabbiata

Tuna Pesto Pasta

Tuna pesto pasta on a white plate with a copper fork.
Tuna Pesto Pasta. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

Experience love at first bite with this easy tuna pesto pasta recipe. Burst cherry tomatoes, spinach, and garlic team up with tuna and pesto to create a weeknight meal that’ll make you weak in the knees.
Get the Recipe: Tuna Pesto Pasta

Sheet Pan Salmon and Veggies

Salmon, asparagus, cherry tomatoes, and roasted fingerling potatoes on a blue sheet tray.
Sheet Pan Salmon and Veggies. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

Get ready to conquer dinner like a culinary hero with Sheet Pan Salmon and Veggies! Baked salmon is rubbed with Dijon, brown sugar, and chipotle, and paired with roasted fingerling potatoes, sweet burst cherry tomatoes, savory asparagus, and thyme.
Get the Recipe: Sheet Pan Salmon and Veggies

Penne al Baffo

Penne al baffo on a white plate with a copper fork.
Penne al Baffo. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

Brace yourself for a dish that takes decadence to new heights—Penne al Baffo. This pasta creation is coated in a rich, concentrated tomato and cream sauce. With garlic, shallots, thin-sliced pancetta, and a sprinkle of parsley on top, it’s an extra indulgent dish that’ll leave you in culinary bliss!
Get the Recipe: Penne al Baffo

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