Corn, Avocado, and Radish Tartine

Charred corn, avocado, and radishes on a slice of toasted sourdough bread.

Crostini With Blistered Cherry Tomatoes, Burrata and Chive Oil

The building blocks of a classic Caprese salad are re-imagined in these summery toasts. First, cherry tomatoes are blistered in a skillet until bursting with juice. Then creamier burrata takes the place of the more standard mozzarella. And in place of basil leaves, a quick and easy chive oil adds an herbal accent. The result makes for a great snack or light meal.

Tomato, Mayo, and Toast (The TMT)

The best way to enjoy a perfect end-of-summer, bursting-at-the-seams tomato (heirloom or otherwise) is in fact sliced on top of toast slathered with a good homemade mayo.

Cherry Tomato Bruschetta

Cherry Tomato Bruschetta is a simple and delicious appetizer for summer entertaining. With fresh tomatoes, fragrant basil, and grilled garlic toast, this easy recipe makes a beautiful presentation.

Tuna, Tomato, and Basil Tartare

Fresh tuna, smashed together with fresh tomatoes and basil, olive oil, and salt. The perfect summer feast.

Puff Pastry Tomato Tart

This French-inspired Puff Pastry Tomato Tart layers a flaky crust with tomatoes, Gruyère, caramelized onions, mustard, and herbs. Great for a summertime appetizer, brunch, lunch, or light dinner.

Tomato Tart: An Elegant Summer Recipe Using Heirloom Tomatoes

This tomato tart, with an herbed pâte brisée crust, ricotta and mascarpone filling, and a touch of roasted garlic, is a lovely addition to any summer table.

Anchovy, Basil, and Tomato Sandwiches With Aioli

Rustic Italian bread slathered with garlic aioli and layered with fresh basil, sliced tomatoes, and a sprinkling of capers all make for a great match with anchovy fillets—almost like a Provencal BLT of sorts with the salty anchovies subbing in for the bacon, and basil in place of the lettuce.

Pan con Tomate (Spanish-Style Grilled Bread With Tomato)

Pan con tomate has five ingredients—bread, tomato, olive oil, garlic, and salt. Make this perfect end-of-summer dish when local tomatoes are ripe and abundant.

Bruschetta

This is real Tomato and Basil Bruschetta, made the way Italians make it. One of three bruschettas for a Trio of Bruschetta Spread. And a great tip to make ahead!