Got Too Many Tomatoes? These 27 Recipes Are Your Answer

Some summers just leave the kitchen overflowing with ripe, juicy tomatoes—and honestly, I’m not mad about it. When I’ve got too many tomatoes on hand, I love turning them into all kinds of easy, flavorful meals that taste like sunshine. From cozy soups to refreshing salads and everything in between, these recipes are total lifesavers. Trust me, your tomato stash won’t know what hit it.

Overhead view of rigatoni arrabbiata dish placed on a white plate and baking dish.

Rigatoni Arrabbiata. Photo credit: Urban Farmie.

Stewed Tomatoes

These stewed tomatoes take just 20 minutes and are great on toast, eggs, or pasta. They’re especially helpful when the tomatoes are piling up and you need something fast.
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Instant Pot Chicken Ghallaba

This Instant Pot chicken dinner mixes tomatoes and vegetables in one go. It’s a quick, full meal that uses up a generous amount of fresh tomatoes.
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Instant Pot Jollof

A close-up of a pot with cooked jollof rice with a person's hand holding a red spatula. — Instant Pot Jollof. Photo credit: Urban Farmie.

Tomato and pepper stewed rice cooks quickly in the Instant Pot and brings bold flavor to the table. It’s a smart way to use a big batch of tomatoes without much prep.
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Moroccan Shakshuka

An overhead image of a cooked shakshuka in a pan. — Moroccan Shakshuka. Photo credit: Urban Farmie.

Poached eggs in tomato sauce come together fast and make a solid brunch or quick dinner. They’re a good pick when your tomatoes are about to turn.
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Nigerian Jollof Rice

A close up image of nigerian jolloff rice garnished with slices of red onion and bay leaves. — Nigerian Jollof Rice. Photo credit: Urban Farmie.

Jollof rice is cooked in one pot and gets its color and flavor from tomatoes and peppers. It’s an efficient way to use a lot of tomatoes in one go.
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West African Pepper Sauce

Close-up image of African pepper sauce in a bowl. — West African Pepper Sauce. Photo credit: Urban Farmie.

This pepper sauce is easy to make and works as a dip, spread, or pasta topping. It’s useful when you want to clear out fresh tomatoes without cooking for hours.
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Rigatoni Arrabbiata

Rigatoni arrabbiata is ready in 30 minutes and uses tomatoes and garlic to bring the heat. It’s a quick dinner that handles extra tomatoes with no problem.
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Instant Pot Tomato Soup

This tomato soup uses fresh or canned tomatoes and takes just 30 minutes from start to finish. It’s one of the simplest ways to put your ripe tomatoes to work.
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Tomato Miso Jam

Preserving tomatoes with miso adds depth and makes them easy to spoon onto bread, bowls, or noodles. It’s a smart method for stretching the tomato season a little longer.
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Chicken Cacciatore

Chicken thighs in tomato sauce on a large white plate. — Chicken Cacciatore. Photo credit: fANNEtastic food.

Chicken thighs simmer in a tomato-rich sauce that builds flavor as it cooks. It’s a low-effort way to turn a tomato surplus into a full dinner.
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Pasta alla Norma

Pasta alla Norma uses sautéed eggplant, basil, and tomatoes in a fast stovetop dish. It’s especially useful when you’re trying to use up summer’s tomato haul.
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Easy Caprese Salad

Caprese salad comes together in minutes with tomatoes, mozzarella, basil, and olive oil. It’s a quick way to use peak tomatoes when you’ve got more than you need.
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Caprese Pizza

Caprese pizza bakes on one sheet and takes minimal prep. It works well for a weeknight meal when fresh tomatoes are still crowding the counter.
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Lemony Asparagus Salad

This asparagus salad gets a boost from lemon, parmesan, and a handful of tomatoes. It’s crisp and quick, and works when you’ve only got a few tomatoes left to use.
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Tomato Burrata Salad

Burrata salad is simple and fast, using fresh tomatoes, herbs, and creamy cheese. It’s a no-cook way to make the most of tomatoes that are ready right now.
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One Pan Tomato Basil Pasta

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Tomato basil pasta comes together in one skillet with spinach, cream, and parmesan. It’s a low-effort dinner that uses several tomatoes in a single shot.
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Bucatini Pasta with Garlic Shrimp

Shrimp and cherry tomatoes simmer with bucatini in under 30 minutes. It’s a fast seafood dinner that handles a fresh tomato surplus easily.
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Heirloom Caprese Salad

An overhead photo of caprese salad served in a white bowl. — Heirloom Caprese Salad. Photo credit: Urban Farmie.

This Caprese salad keeps it simple with basil, mozzarella, and tomatoes. It’s a fast and easy way to handle a pile of ripe tomatoes before they go soft.
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Slow Cooker Tomato Lime Chicken

Image shows a Bite of tomato lime chicken on a fork with rice and the rest of the bowl in the background. — Slow Cooker Tomato Lime Chicken. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Tomato Lime Chicken cooks in the slow cooker while you handle the rest of your day. It’s a hands-off meal that uses a good number of tomatoes along the way.
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Tomato Puff Pastry Tart

This tomato tart uses puff pastry, caramelized tomatoes, and ricotta. It’s easy to assemble and looks impressive while clearing out the tomato bin.
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Stuffed Chicken Marsala

Stuffed chicken marsala gets a boost from tomato butter and mozzarella. It’s a hearty dish that uses tomatoes without adding a ton of extra prep.
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Quick Cherry Tomato and Garlic Confit

Two glass jars of cherry tomatoes and garlic confit on a white surface. — Quick Cherry Tomato and Garlic Confit. Photo credit: Urban Farmie.

Cherry tomato confit is mostly hands-off and keeps well in the fridge. It’s one of the simplest ways to turn a tomato overload into something long-lasting.
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Mushroom Masala

Mushroom masala takes 30 minutes and uses a tomato and coconut base. It’s a practical option when tomatoes need using and dinner needs to happen soon.
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Vegan Bolognese

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This vegan bolognese uses lentils, mushrooms, and a bunch of tomatoes. It’s hearty enough for dinner and works well when the produce drawer is full.
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Creamy Sun Dried Tomato Pasta

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This creamy pasta uses garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and cheese in one pot. It’s a reliable option when fresh tomatoes are running low but dinner still needs to happen.
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Creamy Sun Dried Tomato Chicken

Tomato cream sauce makes this one-pan chicken rich without being heavy. It’s a dependable way to use up ripe tomatoes on a busy night.
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Garlic Tomato Shrimp Scampi Without Wine

Shrimp and tomatoes cook quickly with pappardelle for a no-fuss dinner. It’s a smart solution when your tomato stash is high and time is short.
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