9 Deliciously Healthy Tomato Recipes

By Andrea Cohen
Published 6/30/2025
9 Deliciously Healthy Tomato Recipes
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There’s nothing quite like the taste of ripe, juicy tomatoes and these healthy tomato recipes take the freshest produce of the season and turn it into something spectacular. 

Few foods can compete with the flavor, versatility, and healthfulness of this delicious summer staple. In addition to their stellar taste, there’s no debating how nutritious tomatoes are. Tomatoes have vitamin C, potassium, fiber, and antioxidants such as lycopene, which help protect your health in many ways. That’s why the dietitians and chefs at Health eCooks love to include tomatoes in many of our healthy summer recipes.

Whether you prefer your tomatoes fresh, such as in a salad or on a sandwich, or cooked in a soup or sauce, there’s no denying that any dish with fresh summer tomatoes can make your taste buds sing. So whether you have too many tomatoes growing in your garden, or you raided the local farmers market, here are 9 fresh tomato recipes you can make to enjoy every last bite of summer goodness.

Delicious and Fresh Tomato Recipes

Healthy salad recipes are some of our favorite ways to use fresh-off-the-vine tomatoes, but you’ll also find some tasty recipes for soup, pasta, and pizza in the mix, too. Any way you choose to use tomatoes, you can’t go wrong because they always deliver on flavor and are an excellent addition to any healthy eating plan.

  1. Heart Healthy Tomato, Basil and Avocado Salad
    Photo Credit: Baldwin Publishing Staff Photographer
    15 mins

    This colorful salad combines colorful juicy tomatoes, creamy avocado, vibrant red onion, and fresh basil to create a simple yet satisfying summer dish. It's full of seasonal flavor and comes together in just minutes.

  2. Heart Healthy Peach, Tomato and Olive Salad
    Photo Credit: Baldwin Publishing Staff Photographer
    20 mins

    Fresh peaches and ripe tomatoes pair perfectly in this sweet and savory salad with olives, red onion, and arugula. The lemon vinaigrette adds to the refreshing, summer-friendly mix of bold flavors and juicy textures.

  3. Heart Healthy Tomato and Spinach Pizza
    Photo Credit: Shutterstock
    60 mins

    Topped with ripe tomatoes, fresh spinach, and a touch of mozzarella, this cauliflower-crust pizza is a light and tasty take on a classic favorite. Easy to make and full of fresh summer flavor, it’s the perfect light meal on a warm day.

  4. Heart Healthy Fresh Tomato Pasta
    Photo Credit: Baldwin Publishing Staff Photographer
    30 mins

    This pasta dish features a mixture of fresh tomatoes, arugula, and basil that is flavored with garlic, balsamic vinegar, and olive oil and accented by freshly shaved Parmesan cheese. It’s a warm-weather comfort food made with just a few wholesome ingredients.

  5. Heart Healthy Squash and Tomato Salad
    Photo Credit: iStock
    20 mins

    Although the name says salad, this is a colorful combination of sautéed zucchini, yellow squash, tomato, and onion that creates a light and refreshing warm side dish that’s eye-catching and full of fresh summer flavors.

  6. Heart Healthy Chickpea and Tomato Salad
    Photo Credit: Baldwin Publishing Staff Photographer
    15 mins

    This hearty Mediterranean-inspired salad is made with chickpeas, fresh tomatoes, red onion, Kalamata olives, feta, and herbs. The light and zesty lemony dressing provides a bright and satisfying touch, making it ideal for summer picnics or dining al fresco.

  7. Low Sodium Tomato Soup
    Photo Credit: Adobe Stock
    30 mins

    Made with fresh tomatoes and a short list of simple ingredients, this creamy homemade soup is a lighter, summery take on a classic. It’s smooth, flavorful, and low in sodium, pairing perfectly with a salad or sandwich of your choice.

  8. Heart Healthy Kale, White Bean and Tomato Salad
    Photo Credit: Baldwin Publishing Staff Photographer
    15 mins

    Fresh heirloom tomatoes add a burst of color and flavor to this hearty kale salad with creamy white beans and a light, zesty dressing. It’s a wholesome dish that’s packed with protein, fiber, and vitamins, making it an ideal light entrée for lunch or dinner.

  9. Heart Healthy Stuffed Cherry Tomatoes
    Photo Credit: Baldwin Publishing Staff Photographer
    30 mins

More Healthy Summer Recipes

In addition to tomatoes, there are plenty of summer favorites we all can’t get enough of. Here are some great ideas if you’re looking for other healthy vegetable recipes:

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