As the summer sun shines brightly, gardens and farmers' markets overflow with a bounty of ripe, juicy tomatoes. This vibrant produce is the heart of the iconic "Summer Tomato Casserole," a dish that captures the essence of the season. Whether you prefer a classic Southern recipe brimming with fresh vegetables, a creamy baked casserole adorned with a golden crust, or a lighter vegetarian version bursting with herbs and spices, there's a summer tomato casserole out there to tantalize your taste buds.
Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!
TOMATO VEGETABLE CASSEROLE
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories side-dish
Time 55m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- Toss the potato, yam, bell pepper, carrots, and 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a 13 by 9 by 2-inch baking dish to coat. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and toss until coated. Spread vegetables evenly over the bottom of the pan.
- Arrange the onion slices evenly over the vegetable mixture. Arrange the zucchini over the onion. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons of oil. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Arrange the tomato slices over the zucchini.
- Stir the Parmesan and bread crumbs in a small bowl to blend. Sprinkle the Parmesan bread crumbs over the vegetables in the baking dish. Drizzle with the last tablespoon of olive oil.
- Bake uncovered until the vegetables are tender, and the topping is golden brown, about 40 minutes. Garnish with fresh basil sprigs, if desired.
TOMATO CASSEROLE
Fresh tomatoes star in this delicious casserole from Debbie Campbell of Peterborough, Ontario. "This is a great side dish, very simple and fast," she says. "It's especially tasty when tomatoes are from the garden or, in my case, when I get a basket from the farmers' market."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 40m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the tomatoes, onion, sugar, salt and pepper. Transfer to a 2-qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Combine the bread crumbs, cheese and butter; sprinkle over tomato mixture. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 129 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 334mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
SUMMER TOMATO CASSEROLE
I always serve this casserole with salmon as it complements the fish very well.
Provided by Cooking Brunette
Categories Main Dish Recipes Casserole Recipes
Time 35m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Place a layer of tomato slices in an 8x8 inch baking pan. Spread a thin layer of mayonnaise on the tomatoes and sprinkle with about 1/4 of the Cheddar cheese and salt and pepper. Repeat layers, ending with the rest of the shredded cheese.
- Bake until tomatoes are softened and cheese is melted and bubbly, 20 to 25 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 171.8 calories, Carbohydrate 7.7 g, Cholesterol 31 mg, Fat 12.5 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 8.7 g, SaturatedFat 6.4 g, Sodium 204.3 mg, Sugar 5 g
TOMATO CASSEROLE
Provided by Michael Symon : Food Network
Categories side-dish
Time 50m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
- Brush a casserole dish with olive oil. Slice tomatoes evenly 1/8-inch thick and place 1 layer in a 1 1/2-quart casserole. Season with salt and pepper; sprinkle with half of herbs and all of feta. Do another layer of tomatoes and repeat process with herbs and salt. Top with bread crumbs and paprika, and cook in the oven for 40 minutes. Serve with crusty bread.
BROILED TOMATOES
Not only a simple, tasty side dish, but also a good way to style up breakfast or brunch. The balsamic vinegar adds a bit of tang and a real pop of flavor.
Provided by lutzflcat
Categories Tomato Side Dishes
Time 10m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Place an oven rack 6 inches from the top of the oven, preheat the broiler, and and arrange tomato slices on a foil-lined baking sheet.
- Combine olive oil, basil, oregano, garlic, salt, and pepper in a bowl and brush onto the tops of the tomatoes.
- Combine bread crumbs, mozzarella cheese, and Parmesan cheese in a small bowl and sprinkle the mixture over the tomatoes.
- Place under the broiler until topping starts to brown, 3 to 4 minutes, checking frequently to avoid burning.
- Transfer tomatoes to a plate, drizzle with balsamic vinegar, and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 94.2 calories, Carbohydrate 6.6 g, Cholesterol 8.2 mg, Fat 5.9 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 4.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 126.7 mg
Tips:
- Use a variety of fresh, ripe tomatoes for the best flavor.
- Choose tomatoes that are firm and free of blemishes.
- Slice the tomatoes evenly so they cook evenly.
- Use a sharp knife to cut the tomatoes so you don't crush them.
- Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking the tomatoes. This will prevent them from cooking evenly.
- Season the tomatoes with salt, pepper, and garlic powder to taste.
- Add a little bit of sugar to the tomatoes to help balance out the acidity.
- Top the casserole with a mixture of bread crumbs and grated Parmesan cheese for a crispy topping.
- Bake the casserole for 30-35 minutes, or until the tomatoes are soft and the topping is golden brown.
- Let the casserole cool for 10 minutes before serving.
Conclusion:
Summer tomato casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a summer meal. It is a great way to use up fresh tomatoes and it is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. The casserole can be served as a main course or a side dish, and it is also a great dish to take to a potluck or picnic.
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