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If you’re harvesting more cherry tomatoes than you know what to do with, rest assured that I’ve been there, and I do not like food waste. So I’ve had to come up with ways to use them up quickly—from pizza recipes to sandwiches & wraps! This collection of cherry tomato recipes will help inspire you to use up your bounty.
One of the best things about planting your own garden is creating your own little garden-to-table experience—though sometimes we get a little more bounty than planned. Especially when it comes to those beloved little cherry tomatoes. As a result, you can be at a loss for what to do with the excess, and the idea of waste is heart-wrenching. So I’ve put together an extensive collection of cherry tomato recipes, ranging from breakfast to appetizers, to help you use up your harvest.
If you’re looking for more summer recipes, check out my collection of summer grilling recipes for dinner. You may also find inspiration in my handy list of summer produce.
Table of Contents
Cherry Tomato Recipes for Breakfast
Tomatoes are one of the easiest veggies to sneak into savory breakfast recipes.
Roasted Hatch Chile Omelets
Smoky, cheesy, and full of flavor, these Roasted Hatch Chile Omelets are a delicious way to enjoy this beloved seasonal pepper!
Cottage Cheese Toast with Cherry Tomatoes
Switch up your breakfast or snack game with this quick and easy Tomato Cottage Cheese Toast! Ready in just 5 minutes with a few simple ingredients, it’s a savory, summery bite that might just make you a cottage cheese toast convert.
Burst Cherry Tomatoes & White Bean Egg Skillet
With fewer than 10 ingredients and ready in under 30 minutes, this Burst Cherry Tomato & White Bean Egg Skillet is a hearty, healthy dish that’s both easy to make and full of flavor. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a standout weekend brunch!
Savory Herb Dutch Baby with Slow Roasted Tomatoes
We love a savory Dutch baby for summer! Baked until golden and puffed with plenty of herbs, it’s topped with slow-roasted tomatoes, crumbled gorgonzola, and a fresh herb finish.
Sourdough Cherry Tomato Toast
Sourdough Cherry Tomato Toast with Non-Dairy Cream Cheese is quick, easy, and versatile—perfect for breakfast, lunch, a light dinner, or even as an appetizer. It’s a fresh, flavorful bite any time of day!
Cherry Tomato Frittata
This healthy, easy Italian frittata is packed with fresh cherry tomatoes and savory Parmesan, delivering juicy, flavorful bites in every slice. It’s simple, satisfying, and seriously delicious!
Cherry Tomato Recipes for Lunch
Tomatoes really boast their versatility at the lunch table. They’re a great way to add extra freshness to a bowl meal or a Buffalo chicken wrap!
Healthy Southwest Tuna Bowl with Lime Herb Dressing
This wholesome Southwest Tuna Bowl is packed with flavor and finished with a zesty Lime Herb Dressing—perfect for a refreshing, portable lunch.
Buffalo Chicken Wrap
The Buffalo Chicken Wrap delivers bold, tangy heat with every bite. Packed with celery, carrots, and blue cheese, it captures all the classic flavors of your favorite bar snack in a handheld meal.
Easy Cherry Tomato Bruschetta Flatbreads
This summer flatbread is as easy as it is delicious! Topped with a quick cherry tomato bruschetta and melted cheese, it makes a fresh, flavorful light meal that’s perfect for warm days.
Smashed Chickpea Toast with Cherry Tomato Compote
Crispy smashed chickpeas meet a sweet cherry tomato compote in this irresistible smashed chickpea toast. It’s a flavorful choice for lunch or can be served in smaller portions as a crowd-pleasing appetizer.
Hearty and Healthy Tuna Avocado Toast
Avocado toast gets a protein-packed upgrade with this hearty and healthy tuna avocado version—perfect for a satisfying lunch or light meal!
Caprese Bruschetta
These Caprese Bruschetta are absolutely irresistible! They make a stunning lunch paired with a crisp green salad and tangy vinaigrette. Think garlicky basil pesto, creamy burrata, and roasted sweet cherry tomatoes—all finished with a drizzle of balsamic glaze for the ultimate bite.
Savory Veggie + Cottage Cheese Bowl
This is exactly how I love to start my day—a Savory Cottage Cheese Bowl packed with juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, creamy avocado, and a sprinkle of Everything Bagel Seasoning (or a drizzle of balsamic reduction if that’s your style).
Cherry Tomato Recipes for Dinner
Think sheet pan meals, pasta dishes—even pizza!
Greek Sheet Pan Chicken with Feta
You’ll want to add this Greek Sheet Pan Chicken with Feta to your weekly meal lineup. It’s a simple, nourishing dinner packed with flavorful veggies like burst tomatoes, artichoke hearts, and briny olives—topped off with irresistibly baked feta.
Easy Puttanesca Sauce
This isn’t your typical tomato sauce! Puttanesca Sauce bursts with bold flavors from olives, capers, and anchovies.
Summer Harvest Cheese Ravioli Recipe With Lemon Butter
Cheese ravioli is coated in a bright lemon butter sauce with juicy tomatoes, sweet corn, and fresh basil—on the table in just 20 minutes!
Sheet Pan Turkey Sausage and Peppers
This easy weeknight recipe for turkey sausage and peppers is all about simplicity—just 7 ingredients, 25 minutes, and one sheet pan. Serve it on a bun, over rice, or enjoy it on its own—it’s flavorful, fast, and incredibly versatile.
Summer Skillet Gnocchi with Burst Cherry Tomato Sauce
Summer Skillet Gnocchi with Burst Cherry Tomato Sauce comes together quickly and is a reliable favorite for busy weeknights!
Veggie Deluxe Pizza
You won’t even think about the pepperoni with this Veggie Deluxe Pizza—loaded with melty mozzarella and a colorful mix of crisp, flavorful vegetables.
Spicy Instant Pot Shrimp Scampi
This zesty Instant Pot Shrimp Scampi with lemon, tomatoes, and arugula comes together in under 30 minutes—perfect for adding a flavorful twist to your weeknight dinners.
Pan-Roasted Chicken with Cherry Tomatoes, Feta, and Herbs
If you are looking for a way to jazz up some boneless, skinless chicken breasts, look no further than this easy Pan-Roasted Chicken with Cherry Tomatoes, Feta and Herbs. It is the perfect skillet meal to level up your weeknight dinner.
Burst Cherry Tomato Basil Chicken Rigatoni
Creamy tomato basil chicken rigatoni cooked in a burst cherry tomato sauce with a spicy hint from red pepper flakes. This protein-rich chicken pasta is delicious on its own and easy to customize with extra veggies or gluten-free, vegetarian, and dairy-free options—perfect for both kids and adults to enjoy on a busy weeknight!
Lemon Ricotta Pasta With Zucchini & Tomatoes
This fast and flavorful pasta with zucchini and tomatoes comes together in just 20 minutes. Mixed with baby spinach and creamy lemon ricotta, it’s a fresh yet cozy option for an easy summer dinner.
Greek Steak Salads with Herb and Garlic Vinaigrette
These fresh and flavorful Greek Steak Salads with Herb and Garlic Vinaigrette make the perfect summer meal all on their own—light, healthy, and satisfying.
Grilled Salmon With Cherry Tomato Bruschetta
This recipe pairs flaky grilled salmon with a vibrant cherry tomato bruschetta for a fresh, nourishing summer dinner that’s as beautiful as it is delicious.
Easy Bruschetta Pizza
All the sweet, garlicky, herby goodness of bruschetta piled onto a melty, cheesy pizza. Around here, we don’t keep quiet about how much we love it!
Baked Cod With Tomato Herb Butter
Baked Cod with Tomato Herb Butter is an easy, flavorful dish that makes adding more fish to your weeknight meals a breeze!
Grilled Moroccan Chicken Skewers
These boldly seasoned grilled Moroccan chicken skewers are a perfect way to spice up your weeknight dinners. Ready in under 30 minutes, they make an ideal summer meal that’s anything but boring.
Cherry Tomato Recipes for Sides & Appetizers
Pesto Pasta Salad With Sun-Dried Tomatoes
This pesto pasta salad brings a delicious twist to the usual pasta salad lineup! Made with just 7 ingredients, it’s simple yet full of flavor—and it pairs perfectly with a range of mains, from juicy turkey burgers to flavorful Greek sheet pan chicken.
Loaded Greek Salad With Feta
This Greek salad loaded with feta cheese is bursting with flavor! It combines a variety of fresh and brined veggies—like roasted red peppers and marinated artichokes—for the perfect crunch and taste. You’ll enjoy a generous helping with your meals all summer long, or anytime!
Healthy Crab Meat Salad with Lime
Packed with avocado, juicy tomatoes, and shallots, and tossed in zesty lime juice, this light and refreshing crab meat salad is a perfect pick for summer.
Easy Homemade Ketchup Recipe
This simple homemade ketchup recipe is a fantastic way to make the most of your garden bounty. It’s perfectly savory, sweet, and tangy!
Herby Baked Brie with Cherry Tomatoes
Baked until irresistibly gooey and garnished with fresh herbs, this baked brie with cherry tomatoes makes an effortless appetizer that’s delicious served alongside crostini for dipping.
Crunchy Greek Cucumber Tomato Salad
Refreshing and crisp, this vibrant Greek Cucumber Tomato Salad is sure to become your go-to summer side.
Quick Tomato Confit on Toasts with King Oscar Sardines
Crispy, sweet, savory, and vibrant—these are the flavors you’ll experience with every bite of Quick Tomato Confit on Toasts topped with King Oscar Sardines.
Greek Baked Feta
Warm feta, roasted red peppers, tomatoes, olives, fresh basil—baked together until everything is soft and jammy and the feta has completely given up any sense of restraint.
Niçoise Salad with Sherry Vinaigrette
Niçoise Salad is loaded with wholesome ingredients, making it perfect for lunch, a light dinner, or even entertaining guests!
Marinated Cherry Tomatoes
These Marinated Cherry Tomatoes are incredibly simple to prepare and packed with so much flavor, you’ll want to add them to everything!
How to Store Cherry Tomatoes
- Countertop: Tomatoes want to live on your counter, not in your fridge. A single layer in a bowl, out of direct sunlight, for up to a week.
- Fridge: If they’re very ripe and you’re worried about losing them, the crisper drawer is fine, but know that the cold will dull the flavor and eventually make them mealy. Cut tomatoes should be stored in an airtight container in the fridge and used within a day or two (they don’t get better with time).
- Freezer: For anything you’re not using soon, freeze them—wash, dry, pull the stems, spread them on a sheet pan, and freeze until solid, then transfer to a freezer-friendly bag. They’ll keep for months and are perfect for sauces and stews later.
Frequently Asked Questions
Once your tomatoes are fully ripe, you can extend their shelf life by placing them in a bag and storing them in the refrigerator. For the best flavor, let them come back to room temperature before enjoying. The same goes for cherry tomatoes—though if possible, store them in a bowl on the counter to maintain their taste and texture.
Cold temperatures trigger an enzyme reaction that breaks down the cell walls, and what you’re left with are tomatoes that are mushy, mealy, and not worth eating. The counter is their safe space.
Yes, fresh cherry tomatoes can be frozen—and they hold up surprisingly well. Their thick skins help them maintain their shape better than many other tomato varieties, making them a great choice for freezing, especially when you plan to use them in cooked dishes.
Easy Homemade Ketchup + 39 More Cherry Tomato Recipes
Ingredients
- 20 oz cherry tomatoes (about 3.5-4 cups), cut in half
- 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
- 1/4 cup raw honey or agave nectar
- 1 full clove
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- A few cracks of black pepper
Instructions
- Add the ingredients from the tomatoes through to the clove to a medium saucepan. (Save the Worcestershire sauce for the end.)
- Bring the contents to a simmer over medium heat and let it cook, stirring occasionally, for approximately 25-30 minutes, until the mixture has thickened up a bit.
- With a slotted spoon, remove the clove and discard it.
- Using an immersion blender, blend the cooked tomato mixture until it's nice and smooth. If you're using a blender, carefully transfer the mixture to the blender container and blend until smooth. (Be careful when blending hot liquids. Don't overfill the blender container; if you have to blend in batches, do so.)
- Push the mixture through a sieve into a heat-safe container. For an even smoother consistency, run through the sieve a second time (recommended).
- Stir in the Worcestershire sauce, and chill before serving. The mixture will thicken up in the fridge, but if you want a thicker consistency, see the recipe notes below.
Cherry tomatoes are so juicy and delicious right now and I cannot wait to try some of your recipes! BIG cherry tomato fans!
Awesome. I planted about five cherry tomato plants this year, and they are looking prolific, to say the least. Love these.
Truly amazing list. Definitely bookmarking some of these.
This is just what I need, we grow cherry tomatoes so I am always looking for new recipes. Thanks for sharing@