12 of the best fresh tomato recipes to make this summer

Serve this delicious tomato chilli jam with anything – Parmesan and crackers, alongside a frittata, with a mince pie, heck even a boiled egg! We guarantee you’ll be coming back for more

This dish takes advantage of summer’s bounty of tomatoes, courgettes, capsicums and eggplants. My dad makes a mean ratatouille, and he’s taught Mum and I that exact quantities aren’t essential. The trick is to take your time sautéing each ingredient and layering them to bake.

This recipe sings with flavour! Get your hands on as many tomatoes of different varieties, shapes, sizes and colours that you can – just make sure they’re all top-quality tomatoes.

These make the most delectable side dish. Lovely big beefsteak tomatoes are perfect. Try these for breakfast or alongside some lamb chops.

These stunning tomato and feta sticks are perfect for your next entertaining occasion. Simple, easy and delicious, this recipe will be your hors d’oeuvre go-to!

Six ingredients is all you need to create this delicious tomato, feta and pomegranate salad.

Tiny vine tomatoes bursting with juice, a squeeze of lemon, a touch of chilli… Luca Villari whips up this pasta dish full of flavour

This tart is fun to make and simply gorgeous to eat!

Halfway between a jam and a chutney, I’ve been making this tomato and currant brew for years and it goes so well with a grilled cheese sandwich that I often call it dinner! While tomatoes are cheap and at their best, why not make a few jars for yourself and some to give to friends – they’ll thank you once they’ve tried it.

The combination of ripe heirloom tomatoes, creamy bocconcini and fresh basil leaves has long been an Italian favourite in this simple Summery salad.