Grilled Tomatoes

Growing tomatoes always starts the same way—with a little hopeful dream of getting a few good ones. Then, a couple months later... boom! You've got tomatoes coming out of your ears. By late summer, I've made more Caprese-inspired recipes and tomato pie than I can count—and somehow, the tomato plants just keep on giving. This grilled tomatoes recipe is one of my go-to's when the garden is overflowing. It's a fun, fresh way to mix things up for summer dinners.

When you add a little garlic, a little spice, and a splash of olive oil to tomatoes, and char them on a hot grill, you get something truly magical. The sugars caramelize and the tomatoes become even sweeter and juicier, and just a little bit smoky. A sprinkle of fresh herbs at the end takes them to the next level. I love making these for easy, quick summer appetizers or side dishes. Grilled vegetable recipes are what summer eating is all about!

What types of tomatoes are best for grilling?

You want to use types of tomatoes that are firm and meaty, so they don't completely fall apart on the grill. I usually reach for beefsteak or roma tomatoes, but heirloom tomatoes work great too and are especially pretty during the height of summer.

How do you serve grilled tomatoes?

There are so many delicious ways to enjoy them! You can serve the tomatoes all on their own or pair them with fresh mozzarella and a handful of basil for a fun twist on caprese salad. They’re also great chopped up and added to avocado toast, tossed into pasta, or layered on grilled bread with a little olive oil.