20 Tomato and Basil Recipes to Use Up Your Late Summer Haul
Put your garden haul to good use.
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As the end of the growing season comes around, your garden is probably bursting with colorful and flavorful gems like tomatoes and basil. Don't let your haul go to waste! Make the most of your late summer produce with these gorgeous and fresh-tasting tomato and basil recipes, from soups and pastas to simple salads and appetizers.
Tomato Basil Pasta
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"This tomato basil pasta with feta is a simple, flavorful dish served at room temperature. It keeps well in the refrigerator and is just as yummy the next day for lunch as a cold pasta salad." —Angela Dawn
Fresh Tomato Basil Sauce
"This delicious tomato basil sauce is made with ripe tomatoes, garlic, and fresh basil. A late summer delight!" —Mindi
Caprese on a Stick
"This is a great, easy finger appetizer. I came up with it because I love Caprese but it was difficult to serve at large parties. Putting the same ingredients on a toothpick yielded great results." —ALZ
Rich and Creamy Tomato Basil Soup
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"This tomato basil soup uses real butter, fresh basil, and heavy cream, which are the secrets to the richness of this soup." —MARBALET
10-Minute Tomato Basil Salad
"This salad with tomatoes and basil is perfect for summer and delightfully delicious!" —nshawger
Tomato Basil Penne Pasta
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"This penne pasta is a Mediterranean-style family staple. Use 2 tablespoons olive oil if basil oil is unavailable." —Elisa Stamm
Stuffed Tomato Basil Chicken
"This tomato-stuffed chicken breast recipe is a great twist to everyday chicken. I was bored one afternoon and came up with this idea for dinner. It can be reduced in fat by omitting the cheese and bacon." —Jodi Hanlon
Caprese Salad with Grilled Flank Steak
"This is a fresh, healthy, easy-to-make salad with a twist to the usual restaurant versions. It can be served in large portions as a main course or in smaller portions as an appetizer salad." —çookinmama
Sun-Dried Tomato Basil Orzo
"Basil and sun-dried tomato add flavor and zing to this simple yet delicious orzo pasta salad recipe. It's perfect for picnics and great served warm or cold." —kgwen
Tomato, Basil, and Feta Salad
"This tomato and feta salad with cucumber and fresh basil is simple, refreshing, and full of flavor." —VANCGIRL2
Tomato Basil Salmon
"This quick salmon dish is perfect for a weeknight dinner. Serve with a side of sauteed spinach and a glass of pinot noir." —CHEDDAR97005
Tomato & Basil Shrimp in Garlic Butter Sauce
"It's amazing! amazingly simple, amazingly fresh, and amazingly delicious!" —24daisies
Creamy Pasta Bake with Cherry Tomatoes and Basil
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"This creamy pasta bake is one of my favorite midweek pasta dishes. My whole family loves it, and there is not much prep. Once the pasta bake is in the oven, you can make a salad or set the table, and then it's time to eat." —Julian
Vegan Green Bean, Tomato, and Basil Sheet Pan Dinner
"Toss together this quick and easy vegan sheet pan dinner of roasted baby potatoes, green beans, chickpeas, and tomatoes seasoned with basil." —Mackenzie Schieck
Double Tomato Bruschetta
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"A delicious and easy appetizer. The balsamic vinegar gives it a little bite. Dried basil can be substituted, but it is best with fresh." —Loll
Basil Chicken over Angel Hair
"This was delicious. Simple to make, and the result was fresh and tasty. I will definitely make this again." —Cheryl Quesenberry Becker
Tomato Pie
"This savory tomato pie has layers of juicy, ripe sliced tomatoes, cheese, bacon, and fresh basil! It's so delicious and perfect for summer." —DonnaK
Peppers Roasted with Garlic, Basil, and Tomatoes
"This bell pepper and tomato recipe is a bright, beautiful, and very simple vegetarian dish. The secret of the sophisticated flavor is in the herb vinegar. I like to use white vinegar flavored with sprigs of tarragon." —amanda1432
Caprese Salad with Balsamic Reduction
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"This caprese salad with tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and basil is drizzled with a sweet balsamic reduction and olive oil. Easy, impressive, and delicious!" —stefychefy
Poached Eggs Caprese
"These caprese eggs are a delicious dish inspired by eggs Benedict with mozzarella, tomatoes, and pesto." —Yoojin K
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