COOKING WITH TOMaTOES
Storage
Tomatoes are best stored at room temperature away from direct sunlight. If they are not fully ripe, you can place them in a paper bag to speed up the ripening process.
Seasonality
Tomatoes are seasonal during the summer months when they are at their peak.
Prep Tip
Try cutting your tomatoes with a serrated knife, which can be less damaging to the delicate fruit.
Explore Tomato Recipes
Lebanese Fattoush Salad
In Arabic, the word “fattoush” is derived from “fatteh” which literally means “crumbs.” As you can imagine, this Fattoush Salad is basically a hodgepodge of pita bread that’s been seasoned then fried (or baked) in addition to other vegetables that are in season.
Thai Zucchini Tomato Salad
Use fresh zucchini and pickled cherry tomatoes in this stunning Thai-inspired salad from the Marq in the UP!
Turkish Salad
Try this recipe for Turkish Salad anytime of the year, complimented with brown butter and a garlic vinaigrette!
Simple Black Bean Soup
Try this easy weeknight recipe for Black Bean Soup from Greentree Cooperative in Mount Pleasant, MI.
Lentil Dal
Try this Lentil Dal recipe from Karma Wellness Kitchen of Detroit in the Instant Pot or on the stovetop!
Vegan Blender Soups: Roasted Red Pepper & Cauliflower Soup
Use your local veggies like cauliflower, carrots and spinach in this vegan blended soup!
Recipes from the Sara Hardy Farmers Market: Peach, Raw Corn and Tomato Salad with Agave Lemon Vinaigrette
Try this fresh salad using in-season local peaches, corn and tomatoes from Chef Michelle Rodriguez of Amor Comida at the Sara Hardy Farmers Market!
Recipes from the Sara Hardy Farmers Market: Summer Garden Crudité
Try this crudité recipe featuring Traverse City radishes, fennel, snap peas and tomato at the Sara Hardy Farmers Market on July 30th!
Recipes from the Sara Hardy Farmers Market: Boathouse Burrata Salad
Try this burrata dish made with local tomatoes and beets by the Boathouse Restaurant at the Sara Hardy Downtown Farmers Market in Traverse City!
Recipes from the Sara Hardy Downtown Farmers Market: Tomato Chaat
Use Traverse City heirloom tomatoes in this Tomato Chaat recipe from Chef Chris Mushall of Chateau Chantal Winery and Bed & Breakfast. .