cherry tomatoes
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Cherry tomatoes are small, juicy tomatoes with a generally sweet flavor and thin skin. Use them whole, halved, or roasted in salads, pasta, grain dishes, and seafood recipes.
Common uses
Toss raw into salads and grain bowlsRoast or sauté as a side dish or pasta toppingAdd whole to sheet-pan fish, chicken, or vegetablesStir into pasta sauces, soups, and skillet dishesSkewer for appetizers or grilling
Storage
Keep unwashed cherry tomatoes at room temperature until ripe and flavorful; refrigeration can diminish their texture and flavor. Refrigerate cut tomatoes in a covered container and use them promptly.
Substitutions
Grape tomatoes work well in most recipes, though they are usually slightly firmer and more oval-shaped.
Diced regular tomatoes can replace them in cooked dishes, but they release more liquid and may need extra cooking.
Canned diced tomatoes work for sauces, soups, and braises, but not for recipes that depend on fresh, firm tomatoes.
Diced plum tomatoes are a good cooked substitute when a less watery tomato is preferred.
Substitutions can change texture, flavor, or cooking behavior; check the specific recipe before swapping.
Pairs well with
BasilGarlicOlive oilBalsamic vinegarFeta or mozzarellaPastaWhite fish and shrimpRice and grains
