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Markets and stores are brimming with locally grown, sunshine-ripened cherry, beefsteak and heirloom tomatoes—make sure to take advantage of these special tomatoes while they last.
ByChatelaine
August 21, 2023
Garden tomatoes' short season is here, and the flavours these sunshine-ripened tomatoes have to offer is incomparable to the tomatoes available the rest of the year. Make every fresh summer tomato one to be celebrated, starting with the colourful tarts, tangy salad and other summer tomato recipes below.
Heirloom Tomato Salad with Garlic-Chili Crisp
Looking for ways to get creative with your salads? ThisHeirloom Tomato Salad with Garlic-Chili Crisp recipe features a spicy-sweet concoction of garlic and onions, and a zesty dressing, the perfect way to show off peak season tomatoes.
(Photo: Erik Putz; Produced by Sun Ngo; Food styling by Lindsay Guscott; Prop styling by Catherine Doherty)
Tomato Peach Salad
This salad is the ultimate sweet and savoury salad; delicate white balsamic dressing brings the ripe peaches, juicy tomatoes, tangy feta and red onion together, making it the ultimate end-of-summer side dish. Get this tomato peach salad recipe.
Photo, Erik Putz.
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Heirloom Tomato And Roasted Garlic Tart
This rustic tart makes fresh multi-coloured farmer’s market tomatoes the star. Layer baked puff pastry with creamy, garlicky cheese, fresh tomato slices and a handful of fresh herbs and dig in! Get this heirloom tomato and roasted garlic tart recipe.
Tuscan White Bean And Tomato Pasta
Ready in less than 30 minutes, this pasta is topped with toasted bread crumbs for a bit of crunch. Get this Tuscan white bean and tomato pasta recipe.
Photo, Erik Putz.
Herbed Cherry Tomatoes
Coated in olive oil, sugar, basil, oregano and parsley, these mixed tomatoes are a great addition to any charcuterie board. Get this herbed cherry tomatoes recipe.
Photo, Erik Putz.
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Green Tomato and Shrimp Tostada
Bring some unique colour, heat and satisfying crunch to your kitchen with this Green Tomato and Shrimp Tostada recipe.
(Photo: Erik Putz; Produced by Sun Ngo; Food styling by Lindsay Guscott; Prop styling by Catherine Doherty)
Warm Chicken and Farro Caprese Salad
Caprese salad is a summer classic; the addition of hearty farro and chicken breasts make it a main-course-worthy dish. Get our Warm Chicken and Farro Caprese Salad recipe.
(Recipes by Irene Ngo; Produced by Stephanie Han Kim, Sun Ngo and Aimee Nish*toba; nPhotography by Erik Putz and Christie Vuong; Food styling by Ashley Denton; Prop styling by Madeleine Johari)
Homemade Pizza Dough
Pizza seems intimidating, but it's easier than you'd think, even with a regular oven and no pizza stone. Top it with your fresh garden tomatoes and some just-picked basil. Get our Homemade Pizza Dough recipe.
Photography by Christie Vuong. Food styling by Eshun Mott. Prop styling by Christine Hanlon.
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Ricotta And Green Onion Bruschetta
Charred tomatoes, creamy ricotta and a bright green onion and basil pestomake for a sophisticated, yet simple, summer appetizer. Get this ricotta and green onion bruschetta recipe.
Photo, Erik Putz.
Tomato tabbouleh
Don't know what to make with your tomato farmer's market haul? Their fresh flavours will shine in this tabbouleh. Get this tomato tabbouleh recipe.
Photo, Erik Putz.
Buccatini with Cherry Tomatoes and Burrata
Creamy and tangy with a hint of spice, this dish is both easy (it takes just 30 minutes to whip up)andimpressive enough to star onChatelaine's most recent cover. Get this Buccatini with Cherry Tomatoes and Burratarecipe.
(Photo: Erik Putz; Produced by Sun Ngo; Food styling by Lindsay Guscott; Prop styling by Catherine Doherty)
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Roasted Tomato Cornbread
This spin on classic cornbread showcases roasted tomatoes. Get theRoasted Tomato Cornbread recipe.
(Photo: Erik Putz; Produced by Sun Ngo; Food styling by Lindsay Guscott; Prop styling by Catherine Doherty)
Freekeh, Tomato, Cucumber And Halloumi Salad
Freekeh is a staple of Middle Eastern cuisine. The flavour is earthy and nutty—and the perfect grain for this highly delicious salad. —Diala Canelo Get our Freekeh, Tomato, Cucumber And Halloumi Salad recipe.
Recipe by Diala Canelo, Produced by Stephanie Han Kim, Produced by Christie Vuong, Food Styling by Lindsay Guscott, Prop Styling by Madeleine Johari.
Tuna Panzanella Salad
The canned tuna makes this a protein-packed no-cook salad worthy of a hearty lunch—or dinner. Get our Tuna Panzanella Salad recipe.
Photo, Erik Putz.
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Cherry Tomato, Zucchini And Halloumi Skewers With Pesto Drizzle
Halloumi cheese is a great addition to a vegetable kebab, but needs a little extra attention on the barbecue. Make sure your grill is really hot, clean and lightly oiled before you begin and turn the skewers frequently to keep the cheese from sticking.—Eshun Mott. Get our Cherry Tomato, Zucchini And Halloumi Skewers With Pesto Drizzle recipe.
(Recipes and food styling by Eshun Mott; produced by Aimee Nish*toba; photography by Christie Vuong; prop styling by Madeleine Johari)
Tomato-Almond Summer Gazapacho
Almonds and bread bring creaminess and body to this chilled soup. Serve with charcuterie for a Spanish-style supper.Get this tomato-almond summer gazpacho soup recipe.
Photo, Sian Richards.
Pesto-Burrata salad
Our fresh pesto recipe is key to this wonderful summer salad. Drizzle it over colourful sliced tomatoes and fresh burrata cheese.Get this pesto burrata salad recipe.
Photo, Roberto Caruso.
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