List of tomato dishes
List of Tomato Dishes is a comprehensive compilation of culinary dishes that primarily use tomato as a key ingredient. Tomatoes, a major food crop grown all over the world, are versatile and can be used in a variety of dishes due to their unique flavor and texture.
Overview[edit | edit source]
Tomato is a fruit from the nightshade family native to western South America. Despite botanically being a fruit, it's generally eaten and prepared like a vegetable. Tomatoes are a critical ingredient for many cuisines around the world, particularly in Mediterranean cuisine.
List of Tomato Dishes[edit | edit source]
Soups[edit | edit source]
- Tomato soup: A soup made with tomatoes as the primary ingredient. It may be served hot or cold in a bowl, and may be made in a variety of ways. It may be smooth in texture, and there are also recipes which include chunks of tomato, cream and chicken or vegetable stock.
Salads[edit | edit source]
- Caprese salad: A simple Italian salad, made of sliced fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, and sweet basil, seasoned with salt, and olive oil. It is usually arranged on a plate in restaurant practice.
Pasta Dishes[edit | edit source]
- Spaghetti Bolognese: An Italian dish that consists of spaghetti served with a sauce made from tomatoes, minced beef, garlic, wine and herbs.
Sauces[edit | edit source]
- Tomato sauce: A sauce made primarily from tomatoes, best known as a pasta sauce. It can also be used as a part of many other dishes like pizza, soup and salsa.
Stews[edit | edit source]
- Ratatouille: A French Provençal stewed vegetable dish, originating in Nice, and sometimes referred to as ratatouille niçoise.
Baked Dishes[edit | edit source]
- Pizza Margherita: A typical Neapolitan pizza, made with San Marzano tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, fresh basil, salt and extra-virgin olive oil.
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