Looking for delicious ways to use fresh tomatoes? These 35 easy tomato recipes include homemade soups, flavorful fish dishes, chicken dinners, pasta, rice and more. From traditional Portuguese favorites to simple everyday meals, you’ll find plenty of inspiration for your next lunch or dinner!
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Have plenty of fresh tomatoes and wondering what to make with them? These easy recipes to use up tomatoes are a great way to turn ripe tomatoes into delicious homemade meals. Whether you have tomatoes from your garden or a few extra ones in your kitchen, there are plenty of tasty ways to enjoy them.
Tomatoes are one of the most versatile ingredients in the kitchen. They add freshness, color and natural sweetness to everything from homemade soups and rich sauces to comforting one-pot meals. They also pair beautifully with garlic, onion, fresh herbs, fish, chicken and meat.
In this collection, you’ll find a variety of easy tomato recipes inspired by Portuguese and Mediterranean cooking. Try a traditional Portuguese tomato soup, prepare fish in a flavorful tomato sauce, or make a comforting chicken dinner with tomatoes and peppers. There are also delicious pasta and rice dishes for simple, satisfying meals.
All these recipes are made with simple ingredients and are perfect for family lunches and dinners. Whether you’re looking for a quick meal or a traditional homemade dish, you’ll find plenty of delicious ideas to make the most of fresh tomatoes and keep your meals interesting!
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Why You’ll Love These Recipes
• Simple ingredients: Most of these recipes use everyday ingredients that are easy to find.
• Plenty of variety: Choose from soups, fish, chicken, meat, pasta and rice dishes.
• Homemade flavor: Enjoy comforting meals prepared with simple ingredients and plenty of flavor.
• Perfect for fresh tomatoes: Make the most of ripe tomatoes instead of letting them go to waste.
• Family-friendly meals: Find delicious lunch and dinner ideas for the whole family.
Easy Chicken with Tomato and Peppers (One-Pot Dinner)
Make this easy chicken with tomato and peppers in one pot for a cozy and flavorful weeknight dinner. Tender, juicy, and made with simple pantry ingredients.
This simple and comforting ribs and rice recipe combines tender pork ribs, cut into pieces, cooked in a creamy, colorful, and flavorful rice! The rice absorbs the rich juices from the meat and bell peppers, creating a hearty and flavorful meal that is irresistible from the first bite.
There are many ways to cook rabbit! This delicious traditional Portuguese rabbit recipe is very simple to prepare and has excellent presentation. Drizzle the rabbit with the tomato sauce and serve with fries or white rice.
This classic chicken stew recipe is a rich and hearty mix of tender chicken pieces and carrots. It’s all simmered in a rich tomato sauce until the chicken is tender and juicy.
Going to invite your friends for dinner and want to make something simple with great presentation? Make this delicious roasted pork loin flavored with grape tomato, spices, onion and olive oil. Serve with mashed potato!
This classic Jardineira (Portuguese beef stew), simmered in a rich tomato broth, is a hearty and comforting dish, packed with tender beef and vegetables!
Don't know what to do for dinner? Prepare this simple and quick turkey steaks recipe stewed with cherry tomato and carrot. It's a comforting food, very tasty and with excellent presentation.
This Portuguese fish stew is a traditional and very comforting dish, prepared in a broth made with ripe tomatoes, bell peppers, onions, and olive oil. The result is a flavorful and colorful dish that can be served for a weeknight dinner or a Sunday family lunch!
Hake is a very nutritious and important fish in the diet of the whole family. Innovate your recipes with this delicious baked hake with tomato and lemon, it’s perfect!
A traditional meal made with the typical Portuguese ingredients is always an excellent option for any meal. Try dogfish in tomato sauce with potato, it’s a delight and is simple to prepare.
Cod recipes are a great option for a family lunch, try this delicious baked cod with onion and tomato! Has excellent presentation, it’s very tasty and simple to prepare.
This easy Portuguese cod stew is simmered in a rich, flavorful broth that combines cod, potatoes, tomatoes, peppers, and olive oil in one delicious meal. A comforting one-pot recipe perfect for any occasion.
This traditional Portuguese tomato snapper soup is a comforting fish soup made with fresh tomatoes, potatoes, olive oil, and tender snapper. An easy Mediterranean recipe, perfect for lunch or dinner.
Portuguese cod soup is a comforting and flavorful meal made with desalted cod, potatoes, tomatoes, olive oil, fresh coriander, and poached eggs. It’s a traditional and delicious soup that’s perfect for a cozy family meal.
Warm up with this comforting Mediterranean fish soup made with tender white fish, potatoes, tomatoes, and pasta simmered in a flavorful homemade broth. This easy Portuguese recipe is hearty, satisfying, and perfect for a cozy family dinner.
This tomato dogfish soup is delicious and very simple to prepare. The dogfish mixed in the tomato, in the onion and in the olive oil give to this soup a delicious combination of flavors.
This creamy Parmesan Pasta with Cherry Tomato recipe is ready in just 30 minutes and is made with simple, everyday ingredients! You'll love the creaminess of this recipe and the combination of the light flavor of cherry tomatoes and basil leaves!
This poached eggs in tomato sauce recipe is a quick and healthy 6-ingredient meal that only takes 10 minutes to prepare! It's the perfect solution for a budget-friendly dinner during busy weekdays!
Often the simplest recipes are the tastiest! This delicious pork stew recipe mixed with spaghetti is without a doubt one of those recipes that everyone must try. It's a simple recipe with excellent presentation!
With the summer and the heat, fresh, light and healthy meals are always a great option! We suggest this recipe of stuffed tomatoes with tuna, it’s the ideal lunch on a beach or pool day, it’s easy and quick to prepare!
This ultra tender and easy chicken spaghetti recipe is perfect for a weeknight family dinner. It's a one-pot meal made with chicken, spaghetti, and a rich tomato sauce full of traditional flavors! It’s quick, budget-friendly meal.
Tender, juicy meatballs cooked in a delicious, creamy homemade tomato sauce, served with spaghetti! Toss everything in the tomato sauce and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese!
Take advantage of the Portuguese sausage you have in your pantry and make this delicious spaghetti with chouriço cooked in a delicious tomato, olive oil and onion sauce! It only takes 5 minutes to prepare and 25 minutes to cook!
• Choose ripe tomatoes: Ripe tomatoes generally have a richer flavor and are excellent for cooking.
• Use different varieties: Cherry tomatoes are delicious roasted or baked with fish, while larger tomatoes are great for soups, sauces and rice dishes.
• Combine with aromatics: Garlic, onion, olive oil and fresh herbs bring out the natural flavor of tomatoes.
• Cook tomatoes with olive oil: Olive oil helps bring out their natural flavor and makes a delicious base for homemade sauces, soups and traditional Portuguese dishes.
• Chop tomatoes evenly: Cut tomatoes into similar-sized pieces so they cook evenly and soften at the same time.
FAQs
What can I make with lots of fresh tomatoes?
There are plenty of delicious ways to use up fresh tomatoes. You can prepare homemade tomato soup, tomato sauce, fish in tomato sauce, chicken with tomatoes, tomato rice, stuffed tomatoes or pasta dishes. These recipes are great options when you have more tomatoes than you can use in salads.
What are the best ways to use ripe tomatoes?
Ripe tomatoes are perfect for soups, sauces, stews and one-pot meals. They soften beautifully when cooked with ingredients such as garlic, onion, olive oil and fresh herbs.
Can I use fresh tomatoes instead of canned tomatoes?
Yes, in many recipes you can replace canned tomatoes with fresh tomatoes. Wash, chop and remove the stems before adding them to your recipe. Keep in mind that fresh tomatoes contain more water, so you may need to cook the sauce a little longer to achieve the desired consistency.
How do I store fresh tomatoes?
Store ripe tomatoes at room temperature if you plan to use them within a few days. Keep them away from direct sunlight and place them stem-side down. If they are very ripe and you need to keep them longer, refrigerate them to slow down further ripening.
Can I freeze fresh tomatoes?
Yes! Wash and dry fresh tomatoes, remove the stems and freeze them whole or chopped in freezer-safe containers or bags. Frozen tomatoes are best used in cooked recipes such as soups, sauces and stews because their texture changes after thawing.
What ingredients go well with tomatoes?
Tomatoes pair beautifully with garlic, onion, olive oil, basil, parsley, rosemary, oregano, peppers and other Mediterranean ingredients. They also work particularly well with fish, chicken, pork, beef, eggs, rice and pasta.
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