5 Delicious Tomato Recipes to Try Before the Season Ends

When summer arrives and gardens yield their plump, juicy tomatoes, we can’t get enough. For breakfast, we love them drizzled with a touch of olive oil alongside fluffy scrambled eggs. Lunchtime calls for towering BLTs, naturally, and as a snack, there’s nothing better than thick slices of perfectly ripe tomato sprinkled with a pinch of sea salt. Craving fresh tomato inspiration for dinner and beyond? You’re in the right spot. Here are some of our favorite recipes to make the most of tomatoes at their peak.

Tomato Mozzarella Salad

“Tomato and basil are a timeless duo, and when you add fresh mozzarella, it becomes a simple yet incredibly delicious dish that can easily stand alone as a meal,” says recipe creator Jillian. “A drizzle of high-quality balsamic vinegar adds that extra touch of flair, making it perfect to serve alongside Italian bread and a glass of wine!”

tomato and mozzarella salad with basil leaves

Disney’s Ratatouille

“This classic French dish is a wonderful way to showcase fresh summer vegetables,” says recipe creator Juli Warfel Bitler. “It’s best served over brown rice, couscous, pasta, or any preferred starch, or simply paired with crusty bread.”

Close up on a baking dish of Disney's Ratatouille topped with a few dollops of mascarpone cheese.

Garden Fresh Tomato Soup

This light and flavorful soup is an ideal way to celebrate the abundance of summer’s ripest tomatoes, whether freshly picked from your garden or sourced from the local farmers market. Bursting with natural sweetness and rich flavor, the tomatoes take center stage in this dish, making it both wholesome and satisfying. Charlotte describes it as “a quick and easy recipe for true homemade tomato soup—unlike any you’ve tasted before,” and it’s easy to see why. Unlike canned or store-bought versions, this recipe captures the freshness of the season in every spoonful. With minimal preparation and simple ingredients, it’s a convenient option for busy days while still offering a comforting, homemade touch. Perfect as a starter, light lunch, or paired with crusty bread for dinner, this tomato soup showcases summer at its best—warm, nourishing, and utterly delicious.

a single plate of spaghetti with sauce made from fresh tomatoes.

Cherry Tomato and Cheese Galette

“I’ve already made this sauce twice in the past week just to keep up with the huge harvest of cherry tomatoes from my garden,” says Beverly Siek. “It’s such a simple recipe, but the flavors come together beautifully every time.”For Siek, the ease of preparation is part of its appeal. “It really doesn’t take much effort at all,” she explains. “A few fresh ingredients, a little time on the stove, and you have a sauce that tastes far richer than the work that went into it.”She adds that the recipe has quickly become a seasonal favorite, allowing her to make the most of her summer tomatoes without wasting a single one. “It’s fresh, flavorful, and versatile,” Siek says, noting that it pairs perfectly with pasta, works as a pizza base, or can be spooned over grilled vegetables. “Truly, it’s one of the best ways to celebrate summer produce.”

close up view of a Cherry Tomato and Cheese Galette garnished with fresh basil on a stone board

Cherry Tomato Pasta Sauce

Beverly Siek has found herself spending more time in the kitchen this summer than she initially planned, and it’s all thanks to her overflowing garden. With a bumper crop of cherry tomatoes ripening faster than her family can eat them, Siek has discovered a simple yet flavorful solution: a homemade tomato sauce that has quickly become a seasonal staple.“I’ve made the sauce twice in the last week to keep up with a bumper crop of cherry tomatoes,” she explains. “The flavors really do blend well, and it takes very little effort to make it.”For Siek, who has always enjoyed cooking but prefers recipes that don’t keep her tied to the stove all day, the sauce checks all the right boxes. It’s easy to prepare, highlights the freshness of garden produce, and can be adapted for multiple uses. With just a handful of ingredients—ripe cherry tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, and fresh herbs—the dish delivers a depth of flavor that rivals more time-consuming recipes.“Part of the charm is its simplicity,” she says. “You don’t need anything fancy, just good quality ingredients. The tomatoes bring their natural sweetness, the garlic adds richness, and the herbs round it out with freshness.”

Pork chops topped with cherry tomatoes and feta