Recipes with Tomatoes and Basil
Tomatoes and basil complement each other beautifully. Together they create meals that are greater than the sum of their parts.
4 Recipe Ideas
Tomatoes and Basil Recipe
A delicious combination of tomatoes and basil that comes together quickly.
Easy Tomatoes with Basil
A simple, weeknight-friendly dish featuring tomatoes and basil.
Tomatoes and Basil Medley
Tomatoes paired with basil in a flavorful, well-seasoned preparation.
Homemade Tomatoes and Basil
A homemade classic combining tomatoes and basil with pantry staples.
Cooking Tips
🍅 Tomatoes
- Store ripe tomatoes at room temperature for best flavor — never in the fridge.
- Add a pinch of sugar to tomato sauce to balance acidity.
- Blanch in boiling water for 30 seconds to easily peel the skin.
Nutrition: Excellent source of lycopene, vitamin C, and potassium. One medium tomato has 22 calories.
Storage: Keep unripe tomatoes on the counter. Use ripe tomatoes within 5 days.
🌿 Basil
- Tear basil leaves instead of cutting to prevent bruising and blackening.
- Add basil at the very end of cooking or as a garnish for the freshest flavor.
- Freeze basil in olive oil in ice cube trays for year-round use.
Nutrition: Rich in vitamin K, manganese, and antioxidants. Contains anti-inflammatory compounds.
Storage: Keep at room temperature in a glass of water like flowers. Don't refrigerate.
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