1Pesto-Stuffed Burrata Bombs
PHOTO: ROCKY LUTEN; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISONWhy have just mozzarella when you can have burrata? Why have just burrata when you can have pesto-stuffed burrata? This recipe is the best way to upgrade the creamy cheese of the moment. It takes everyone’s favorite cheese to the next level by injecting it with delicious pesto and serving it with juicy roasted tomatoes (specifically cherry tomatoes that have been tossed with olive oil, garlic, and herbs, then slow-roasted to perfection).
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2Tomato Tini
PHOTO: JOSEPH DE LEO; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISONInstead 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. And the botanical flavors of gin pair surprisingly well with the tomato, and evokes flavors of both the fruit and the leaves of the plant (an aroma that has inspired many trendy candles, BTW).
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3One-Pan Summer Vegetable Ragú
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: ADRIENNE ANDERSONTake a flavorful trip to the Mediterranean with this easy oven-roasted stew that brings to mind cozy (yes, cozy) summer days. Zucchini, summer squash, cherry tomatoes, and onions 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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4Shrimp & Tomato Succotash Skillet
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5Baked Feta Pasta
PHOTO: JULIA GARTLAND; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GOREThis 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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6Caprese Chicken Saltimbocca
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7Grilled Tomato Feta Pizzettes
PHOTO: JOSEPH DE LEO; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GOREThese 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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8Cobb Salad
PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GOREIn 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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9Bruschetta Chicken Pasta
PHOTO: LUCY SCHAEFFER; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE AND MARY RUPP 10Cowboy Caviar
PHOTO: JOSEPH DE LEO; FOOD STYLING: TAYLOR ANN SPENCERIf you're looking for a recipe to get your dinner party guests hyped, then cowboy caviar is a favorable option. Pour the mixture into your favorite ceramic bowl, place it in the center of the table, and let everyone go wild. Although the likely question may be, “where’s the caviar?”, this salsa-like recipe takes on the name due to the black-eyed peas. Don’t let anyone get fooled! Regardless, anyone who tries this versatile, refreshing snack will turn to it all summer long.
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11Cherry Tomato Pasta
This recipe is proof that a killer pasta sauce doesn’t need a long simmer on the stovetop. Tomato paste intensifies the tomato flavor while also adding umami, which boosts the dish's savory qualities. Yum!
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12Whipped Mozzarella Dip With Burst Cherry Tomatoes
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13Roasted Tomatoes
PHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: LENA ABRAHAMThese ultra-juicy roasted cherry tomatoes create their own sauce as they roast. Don’t waste a drop–toss the entire tray into some freshly boiled pasta, spoon them over ricotta toasts for an A+ appetizer, or eat them straight up because they’re sweet and delicious. 😋
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14Greek Salad
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING BARRETT WASHBURNEWhen you’re looking for simple, refreshing, and reliable, you’d be hard pressed to find a dish better than classic Greek salad. Filled with fresh veggies, tangy feta, and a simple dressing made of ingredients you might already have in your fridge, this bright salad also only takes 15 minutes to prepare!
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15Creamy Feta & Tomato Chicken
PHOTO: LUCY SCHAEFFER; FOOD STYLING: LAURA REGEThe key to flavor success with this easy chicken dinner is building it right in the skillet. Start with cooking bacon, then use the bacon fat to sear the chicken breasts for nice and warm browning notes. Now it’s time to get the tomato sauce going, beginning with a buttery base of garlic, tomato paste, and Italian seasoning, then creating depth with two types of tomatoes: cherry and sun-dried. A final sprinkle of feta cuts through the richness, giving each bite the perfect balance.
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16Caprese Bites
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17Best-Ever Summer Panzanella
Andrew buiPanzanella is one of those recipes that truly tastes like summer. It's one that you want to make in peak season—when the tomatoes are extra juicy, the squash slightly sweet, and the basil extra cheap.
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18One-Pan Balsamic Chicken & Asparagus
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19Creamy Tuscan Chicken
Emily Hlavac GreenWhen 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
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