43 Best Cherry Tomato Recipes - Dining and Cooking

1Baked Feta Pasta baked feta in a pan with roasted cherry tomatoes and shallots PHOTO: JULIA GARTLAND; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

This is the story about another viral TikTok trend that we kinda sorted wanted to hate… but didn’t. Obviously roasting a block of feta with bursting tomatoes is going to be amazing. But is it good enough to break the Internet? Our answer, begrudgingly, is yes. It’s genius.

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2Pesto-Stuffed Burrata Bombs pesto stuffed burrata on top of burst cherry tomatoes with basil PHOTO: ROCKY LUTEN; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON

Why have just mozzarella when you can have burrata? Why have just burrata when you can have pesto-stuffed burrata? This recipe takes everyone’s favorite cheese to the next level by injecting it with delicious pesto and serving it with juicy roasted tomatoes.

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3Summer Salmon Skillet salmon filets are dusted with cumin and paprika, rubbed with spicy harissa paste, and roasted alongside cherry tomatoes, shallots, and garlic, then topped with fresh dill and creamy feta PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLIST: BROOKE CAISON4Grilled Tomato Feta PizzettesPHOTO: JOSEPH DE LEO; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

These little pizzettes are excellent for a lazy summer backyard hangout. The combination of crunchy grilled pizza dough, garlic, and olive oil with charred sweet tomatoes and briny salty feta is a simple pleasure. What are you waiting for? It’s time to start up the grill!

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5Shrimp Pasta Salad shrimp pasta salad with chopped tomatoes and red onion PHOTO: ANTONIS ACHILLEOS; FOOD STYLING: TAYLOR ANN SPENCER

If you’ve found yourself making the same macaroni salad over and over again, this is the recipe for you. It’s bright and zingy, with perfectly cooked shrimp. We took inspiration from classic Peruvian ceviche, with its lime- and fresh cilantro-forward flavor profile, and you’ll be glad to know you only need 8 simple ingredients to make this.

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6Chicken Shawarma Sheet-Pan Dinner strips of chicken thigh are marinated in greek yogurt, cumin, coriander, and paprika, roasted on a sheet pan with red onion, then topped with a bright cucumber tomato salad and herby tahini yogurt dressing PHOTO: RYAN LIEBE; FOOD STYLING: SAM SENEVIRATNE

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7Tomato Tini martini glasses with gin, tomato infused vermouth, and a basil leaf PHOTO: JOSEPH DE LEO; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON

Instead of olive brine, this martini gets its rich flavor and vibrant color from tomatoes. If you’re skeptical, hear us out: Think of this cocktail as a cleaner, crisper version of a Bloody Mary.

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8Corn Salad corn, chopped tomatoes, feta and basil in a bowl PHOTO: BRYAN GARDNER; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

While we love celebrating the versatile ingredient in all its forms, a fresh salad has to be one of our favorite ways to enjoy sweet summer corn. Not only is it completely adaptable to what you have on hand, it’s so easy to prepare—simply toss to combine, season to taste, and serve!

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9Caprese Chicken Gnocchi Skillet chicken with gnocchi, tomatoes, and cheese in a red skillet PHOTO: BRYAN GARDNER; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE10Tomato Jam tomato jam with rosemary Park Feierbach

This jam is the perfect accompaniment for the ultimate cheeseboard—a charcuterie lover’s dream! We love paring the sweetness of the cherry tomatoes with the earthiness of rosemary, but thyme or oregano would be delicious as well.

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11Blackberry-Peach Salad blackberries, peaches, tomatoes, blue cheese, walnuts, basil, and olives PHOTO: JULIA GARTLAND; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

Packed with fresh fruits, cooling cucumber, and juicy tomatoes, this vibrant summer salad works as a colorful centerpiece to lunch or dinner, or as an accompaniment to fish or grilled meat. The combination of juicy peaches, tart blackberries, fresh herbs, and toasted walnuts piled over zesty honeyed ricotta packs an incredible punch.

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12One-Pan Summer Vegetable Ragú mixed summer vegetable ragú in a white pan PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: ADRIENNE ANDERSON

Take a flavorful trip to the Mediterranean with this easy oven-roasted stew that brings to mind cozy (yes, cozy) summer days. All the vegetables create a tender and jammy medley, complemented by the subtly tart and slightly sweet Aleppo pepper. The oven-roasting method makes it more hands-off, resulting in a soft, stewy blend with minimal effort.

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13Peach Bruschetta sliced toasts topped peach and tomato slices PHOTO: JULIA GARTLAND; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

Summer is that beautiful time of year when both peaches and tomatoes are in season—and this easy appetizer celebrates just that. After toasting the baguette, we spread a lemony ricotta mixture on the slices before topping with the gorgeous fruit.

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14Cowboy Caviar beans, tomatoes, red onion, and avocado in a bowl with chips PHOTO: JOSEPH DE LEO; FOOD STYLING: TAYLOR ANN SPENCER

Does this recipe have you wondering, “where’s the caviar?” Don’t be fooled! This salsa-like recipe takes on the name due to the black-eyed peas. No matter its name, anyone who tries this versatile, refreshing snack will turn to it all summer long.

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15Breakfast Focaccia classic focaccia reimagined into the ultimate breakfast with crispy edges, layers of crumbled breakfast sausage, shredded cheese, and juicy cherry tomato and jammy eggs. PHOTO: LINDA PUGLIESE; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON

This breakfast riff on our Test Kitchen Manager Alejandro’s fluffy no-knead focaccia has the same crispy-edged goodness with added oomph from layers of crumbled breakfast sausage, shredded cheese, and juicy cherry tomatoes. It’s the perfect all-in-one at-home brunch.

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16Cobb Salad lettuce, bacon, avocado slices, hard boiled eggs, halves tomatoes, blue cheese and chicken pieces in a bowl PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

In terms of Cobb salad, you can take a lot of different routes. Our recipe is filled with crispy bacon, hard-boiled eggs, chicken breast, and creamy avocado, but feel to change up your cheese, your protein, or your greens to whatever you like!

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17Black Bean & Corn Salad black bean corn salad stills PHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

This easy summer salad comes together quickly and works as a side dish, a great topping for tacos, or as an appetizer with tortilla chips. Think of this as a medley of the most exciting parts of a vegetarian burrito bowl, unadulterated by rice, and hyped up by a little honey-lime action.

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18Whipped Mozzarella Dip With Burst Cherry Tomatoes whipped mozzarella with burst cherry tomatoes PHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

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19Creamy Tuscan ChickenEmily Hlavac Green

When it comes to chicken breast recipes, it’s hard to beat this one. The sauce is simple but so flavorful thanks to garlic, tomatoes, and, most importantly, cream. It’s also just as good in the summer as it is in the winter, so you can make it again and again.

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20Homemade Salsa homemade salsa with tortilla chips PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON

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salmon filets are dusted with cumin and paprika, rubbed with spicy harissa paste, and roasted alongside cherry tomatoes, shallots, and garlic, then topped with fresh dill and creamy feta

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