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8+ of the Best Ways to Use an Abundance of Cherry Tomatoes

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If you've got an abundance of fresh garden cherry tomatoes (lucky you!) and you need some ideas for ways to use them, I've got you covered! I have compiled this collection of recipes which includes everything from salads and soups to jam and more that is perfect for using up your cherry (or grape) tomatoes.

Caprese salad in a bowl garnished with extra basil.

I look forward to those few weeks every summer when I have more produce than I know what to do with.

I'll never complain about that problem!

Especially when I have an abundance of garden tomatoes- particularly cherry ones. (I also wait all year for an excess of apples in order to make these apple recipes).

I have so many recipes that I love to use them for and the flavor that cherry tomatoes have when they are fresh and in season is unparalleled.

So if you are facing a similar "problem" and need some ideas of cherry tomato recipes, I highly recommend trying out a few of these!

Eggs in Purgatory
Like an Italian version of Shakshuka, Eggs in Purgatory is a delicious savory meal featuring eggs poached in a flavorful cherry tomato sauce. Serve it for breakfast or dinner with a hunk of crusty sourdough bread for soaking up the fresh sauce and runny egg yolks.
Eggs in Purgatory Recipe
Spoon taking a scoop from eggs poached in tomato sauce.
Baked Herb Tomato Zucchini
Featuring fresh summer flavors including zucchini, cherry tomatoes, basil, parsley and parmesan, this side dish is perfect for all sorts of meals.
Baked Herb and Tomato Zucchini Recipe
Zucchini and tomatoes in a casserole dish.
Herb Roasted Cod with Cherry Tomatoes
This fresh and flavorful baked cod with cherry tomatoes is a simple one pan recipe that is perfect for busy nights and special occasions alike.
Herb Roasted Cod Recipe
White fish in a baking dish surrounded by cherry tomatoes.
Tomato Basil Chicken and Rice Skillet
Ready in under an hour, this cooks entirely in one pan and is packed with flavor. Tender chicken is cooked along with a fluffy tomato basil rice for a weeknight dinner that the whole family will love.
Tomato Basil Chicken Skillet Recipe
Tomato basil rice and chicken in a skillet.
Pasta with Sautéed Cherry Tomatoes
Juicy tomatoes, garlic, basic seasonings and not much else turn into a scrumptious sauce in this easy yet impressive pasta dish.
Cherry Tomato Pasta Recipe
Pasta with sautéed cherry tomatoes in a bowl.
Simple Cherry Tomato Soup
Made from just a handful of ingredients, the flavor of the cherry tomatoes truly shines through in this homemade soup. It is perfect with a sourdough grilled cheese!
Cherry Tomato Soup Recipe
Bowl of cherry tomato soup with a spoon.
Cherry Tomato Jam
Thick, sweet and wonderfully spread-able, this cherry tomato jam is the perfect way to use your summer tomatoes.
Cherry Tomato Jam Recipe
Tomato jam in a container with a knife.
Cherry Tomato Caprese Salad
All it takes is a handful of high quality and flavorful ingredients to make this Cherry Tomato Caprese Salad. Juicy cherry tomatoes are accompanied by creamy bocconcini and fresh basil in this simple yet fresh and impressive summer favorite.
Cherry Tomato Caprese Salad Recipe
Caprese salad with cherry tomatoes and a spoon in a bowl.
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