16 End-of-Summer Tomato Recipes (2024)

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The days are getting shorter and I’m mourning the loss of our 9 pm evening strolls. It might still be ninety degrees outside, but those earlier sunsets mean that scarf weather and pumpkin lattes are on their way. For now, I’m getting my fill of those glorious end-of-summer tomatoes.

Great tomatoes hardly need preparation to make a meal, but I’ve rounded up my sixteen favorite ways to enjoy them below. All of them would go over great at Labor Day potlucks, I might add! If you need more inspiration, check out these barbecue salads and sides.

1) Mediterranean Stuffed Tomatoes with Quinoa

Gluten free

Aren’t these guys cute? Tomatoes stuffed with quinoa, artichoke and feta.

2) Caprese Pasta Salad

Easily gluten free

Super simple pasta dish featuring my favorite—burst cherry tomatoes!

3) Heirloom BLT Salad (with Coconut Bacon!)

Vegan

This salad is a stretch from traditional BLT sandwiches, but it is so good. Trust me.

4) Heart of Romaine Salad with Pico de Gallo and Avocado Dressing

Gluten free and vegan

This one’s a beauty, right? You could grill the romaine to take it to another level.

5) Cherry Tomato Arugula and Sorghum Salad

Gluten free and easily vegan

More burst cherry tomatoes! This time, with arugula and sorghum, a really fun whole grain.

6) Arugula-Almond Pesto Pizza

Just vegetarian

You have to make this stunner before summer ends!

7) Sweet Corn Salad Wraps

Gluten free and vegan

These hearty cabbage wraps make a great appetizer or fresh dinner.

8) Pesto Squash Noodles and Spaghetti with Burst Cherry Tomatoes

Easily gluten free and easily vegan

More pesto and burst cherry tomatoes. You just can’t go wrong with those two.

9) Erin’s Baked Eggs on a Bed of Roasted Cherry Tomatoes

Gluten free

If you like runny yolks, you’re going to love this one.

10) Spicy Roasted Ratatouille with Spaghetti

Easily gluten free and easily vegan

Oh hello! Equal parts roasted veggies and spaghetti.

11) Summertime Pasta Salad with Tomatoes, Corn and Jalapeño Pesto

Easily gluten free and easily vegan

This bold pasta salad has received some great reviews!

12) Summertime Spaghetti with Fresh Tomato Sauce

Easily gluten free and easily vegan

Further proof that pasta dishes don’t have to be heavy.

13) Maureen’s Avocado Tabbouleh

Vegan

The best tabbouleh salad I’ve ever had, let alone made.

14) Simple Caprese Skewers with Balsamic Dipping Sauce

Gluten free

These cute little skewers are perfect for summer parties.

15) Tomato Jam and Mozzarella Panini

Just vegetarian

These panini include a layer of tangy cherry tomato jam. They’re a grown-up summertime version of grilled cheese sandwiches with tomato soup.

16) Mediterranean Quinoa Salad with Roasted Summer Vegetables

Gluten free and easily vegan

This salad is light, filling and fresh at the same time. Hurry and make it!

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