Name: 15 Cherry Tomato Recipes for this summer!
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 90 min
Ingredients: 1 ½ cup + 2 Tbsps (210 grams) all-purpose flour or bread flour (use leveled cups, see notes), plus more flour to sprinkle; ½ tsp Instant yeast (or dry Active yeast, see notes); ½ tsp fine salt; ¾ cup (180 grams) water, lukewarm; ¾ Tbsp olive oil or extra virgin olive oil; 5oz (140 grams) fresh mozzarella, cut into chunks or shredded; 11oz (approx 300 grams) fresh tomatoes (any kind of ripe tomatoes); fine salt or sea salt flakes, to sprinkle; extra virgin olive oil, to drizzle; fresh basil leaves, to garnish (or oregano, arugula, fresh thyme, Italian seasoning)

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If your gardens are overflowing with fresh cherry tomatoes, this list of 15 delicious cherry tomato recipes is all you need before summer ends!

Let’s enjoy this gorgeous produce for the rest of the season.

Top view of a few slices of cherry tomato pizza with basil.

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To me, there is nothing better than juicy, sweet, perfectly ripe cherry tomatoes!

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They are one of the most versatile ingredient in the kitchen. They’re not difficult to grow, they are also incredibly easy to find in supermarkets all year round, but they’re at their best when they’re in season.

So when summer rolls around, we only have a few months to enjoy fabulous tomato salad, scrumptious pasta, and pizza we’ve dreamed in winter.

And if you have a lot of them this season and wondering what to make, this collection of recipes is perfect to inspire you!

You’ll find everything from salads to fun appetizers and hearty pasta dishes bursting with amazingly juicy tomatoes.

Here you’ll a recipe using fresh cherry tomatoes for every meal!

Enjoy. x

Cherry Tomato Recipes

Tomato Basil Pasta (ready in 15 mins!)

Another classic combination comes together in this fast and totally amazing tomato basil pasta. An excellent meatless meal that is satisfying, easy and full of flavor!

Focaccia with Tomatoes

Crispy outside and soft inside, packed with fresh mini tomatoes and infused with olive oil, this tomato focaccia is so darn good that you just can’t stop eating it.

Marinated Cherry Tomatoes

These versatile marinated cherry tomatoes are ready in no time and taste fantastic. Serve them up as an appetizer, a topping, a condiment, or as a side dish. The possibilities are endless!

Lettuce Salad with Italian Dressing

In this easy no-frills Italian salad we combine crispy lettuce leaves, cherry tomatoes and a flavor-packed dressing. It's so easy to whip up, full of delicious flavor, and perfect to serve with warm focaccia or breadsticks.

Caprese Salad Skewers

These caprese salad skewers are SUPER easy to assamble and deliciously fresh. Made with cherry tomatoes and baby mozzarella balls, they’re absolutely perfect for sharing and easy to transport!

Easy Cherry Tomato Pizza

In this easy no-knead pizza recipe the juicy cherry tomatoes and creamy mozzarella are truly a marriage made in heaven! Enjoy with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and garnish with fresh basil leaves... this is a dream for any pizza lover!

Pasta with Tomatoes and Spinach

This quick cherry tomatoes and spinach pasta makes a great meatless meal. It's garlicky, juicy and packed with flavor, perfect to delight the whole family.

Charred Cherry Tomatoes

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Toss cherry tomatoes with olive oil, thyme, garlic, lemon zest, cumin seeds, honey and roast them for about 20 minutes. Serve them over a bed of herbed ricotta with lots of crusty bread or focaccia!

Cherry Tomato Pasta Salad

When ripe mini tomatoes are in season, this pasta salad is sure to please everyone. A combination of fresh, simple ingredients, and amazing flavors that is on the table in less than 20 minutes.

Bruschetta Dip

What about turning juicy cherry tomatoes into a fantastic bruschetta dip with olive oil infused with garlic and fresh basil? This is one of the best Italian appetizers, it pairs wonderfully with garlic crostini and it's perfect for sharing.

Pasta with Tomatoes and Zucchini

This is another pasta recipe that uses fresh cherry tomatoes and zucchini. It’s everything you want in a pasta: simple, satisfying, and packed with delicious summer produce.

Cherry Tomato Salad with Basil

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In this simple salad the ripe tomatoes are combined with fresh basil and drizzled with a simple vinaigrette. It's easy, quick and the classic combination of ingredients and flavours is truly amazing.

Cannellini Bean Salad

In this super easy salad the fluffy white beans and the cherry tomatoes make a wonderful combination. They are tossed with olives, fresh parsley and a tangy lemon garlic dressing to make a flavorful and filling salad.

Cherry Tomato Couscous Salad

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This gorgeous couscous salad recipe is full of raw & roasted cherry tomatoes, feta, chickpeas & herbs. It's delicious and absolutely perfect for a picnic or packed lunch!

Greek Pizza with Feta Cheese

In this Greek pizza the topping is made with red onions, cherry tomatoes, aromatic oregano, olives and tangy feta cheese.
Another great combination that makes the fresh mini tomatoes shine!

Pesto Zucchini Noodles with Cherry Tomatoes

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In this recipe we skip the pasta and we combine fresh and low calories zucchini noodles with tiny, yummy cherry tomatoes to make a meal that is light yet delicious.

How to store cherry tomatoes

If you ask to a popular tomato expert, he will say to keep cherry tomatoes (and other smaller tomatoes) in the container they came in and store them on a countertop — they should not be refrigerated. But since cherry tomatoes tend to over-ripen and crack faster than larger varieties, it’s better to keep a close eye on them to avoid waste.

A handful of fresh cherry tomatoes on a tea towel.

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15 Cherry Tomato Recipes for this summer!

Who can resist this easy fresh tomato pizza? Its golden crust pairs beautifully with fresh juicy tomatoes and creamy mozzarella. It's truly a marriage made in heaven, perfect with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and totally delicious!

Quantities yieald 2 regular servings or 6 smaller servings.

Prep Time5

Cook Time15

Proofing time1 10

Total Time1 30

Course: Italian

Cuisine: Pizza

Keyword: Fresh tomato pizza

Servings:

Calories: 223kcal

Author: Katia

Ingredients

Easy Pizza Dough

1 ½ cup + 2 Tbsps (210 grams) all-purpose flour or bread flour (use leveled cups, see notes), plus more flour to sprinkle
½ tsp Instant yeast (or dry Active yeast, see notes)
½ tsp fine salt
¾ cup (180 grams) water, lukewarm
¾ Tbsp olive oil or extra virgin olive oil

Topping

5oz (140 grams) fresh mozzarella, cut into chunks or shredded
11oz (approx 300 grams) fresh tomatoes (any kind of ripe tomatoes)
fine salt or sea salt flakes, to sprinkle
extra virgin olive oil, to drizzle
fresh basil leaves, to garnish (or oregano, arugula, fresh thyme, Italian seasoning)

Instructions

MIX IN 1 BOWL: mix flour, instant yeast, and salt until combined. Add water, olive oil, and stir with a spatula or a spoon to incorporate the dry ingredients into the liquid. While stirring, scrape the bottom of the bowl to make sure to gather all the flour. The dough looks sticky, not smooth, and lumps are ok.
PROOFING TIME: cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a damp tea towel, place in a warm place, and let it rest for about 1 hour (even 1 ½ hour if time allows), or just until the dough has doubled in sized and looks bubbly.
PREHEAT THE OVEN: place the rack or your pizza stone close to bottom heating element, and preheat the oven to 450°F/230°C. Cut a large piece of parchment paper or grease or line with parchment paper a large baking sheet (if you don't use a pizza stone).
STRETCH THE DOUGH: scrape the edges of the bowl with a spatula, pour the dough onto the preparred parchment paper, and sprinkle some flour to reduce stickiness. Starting from the center and gently press it out with your fingers until you get approx a 9×13 inch pizza. You might need extra flour during this step.
TOPPING: top with mozzarella, tomatoes, sprinkle with some salt, fresh basil leaves (oregano or Italian seasoning are fine too), and drizzle with olive oil.
BAKE: place your baking sheet on the lower shelf – or slide the pizza onto the pizza stone if you use one – and bake for about 15 minutes, or until nice and crusty. However, keep in mind each oven is different, keep an eye on it (e.g. in a forced fan oven it will take about 8-10 minutes).
SERVE: with an extra drizzle of extra virgin olive oil, and fresh basil leaves, or arugula if you wish. Enjoy!

Notes

LUKEWARM WATER: the water should be mildly warm, not too cold not too hot.

YEAST: you can use Active dry yeast instead of instant yeast in this recipe, however, keep in mind Active yeast needs to be activated in water and let it sit until slightly foamy (follow the manufacturer’s instructions) and allows more proofing time is needed.

FLOUR: you can use bread flour instead of all-purpose flour, it’s fine. But whole-wheat flour, although healthier than white flour, makes a dense, less crusty pizza. If you wish to use it, I would advice using no more than a 1/3 of the flour. Also, keep in mind it might change the water absorption.

HOW TO MEASURE FLOUR: I use both US cups and grams. The cups of flour are leveled: fill the measuring cup all the way to the top letting the flour flow over a little. Then, use the back of a knife to level the top off. However, a digital scale is an excellent kitchen tool and gives a more correct weight.

WATER ABSORPTION: water absorption is the amount of water taken up by flour and may vary significantly depending on the type of flour, brand, and weather conditions. When you add water to the flour, start with the amount stated in the recipe. If the liquid is not enough to achieve the dough consistency, just add gradually a little extra water (1 or 2 Tbsp) until the flour has been incorporated.

WHAT TO USE INSTEAD OF A PIZZA STONE? Invert and preheat the baking sheet instead of a pizza stone. Each oven usually has a rimmed baking sheet that you can simply invert it and place on the lowest shelf of your oven before you preheat it. Then place your pizza and parchment paper on a pizza peel or on a large tray and, when the oven is hot and it’s time to bake, slide the pizza onto the hot reverted baking sheet.

HOW LONG DOES FRESH TOMATO PIZZA LAST? Once pizza is cold, place it in a large freezer bag and refrigerate for up to 2 days in the fridge. Alternately, wrap your pizza in cling film or place it in a freezer bag, make sure you squeeze the air out and freeze it up to 2 months. Defrost at room temperature. Toast your leftover pizza in the oven, enjoy

WHAT TO SERVE WITH FRESH TOMATO PIZZA? It’s a good idea to whip up light and healthy sides to go with pizza. You might try this spicy chickpea salad to this cannellini bean salads if you want to add plant-based protein to the meal. Or you can make a quick tomato and onion salad or a cabbage salad, for a lighter side packed with vitamins and flavor.

NUTRITION FACTS: please note that the nutrition values are based on an online nutrition calculator. It’s an estimate only and it should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice. The nutrition values are for one small serving (about 6 x 4 inches each), the final drizzle of olive oil is not included.