10 Easy Vegan Recipes With Tomatoes

Each and every plant food has its own array of miraculous health benefits, and tomatoes are no different! They’re rich in vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin E, some B vitamins and vitamin K. A single tomato can provide about 40% of the daily recommended minimum of vitamin C!

I don’t know about you, but I always tend to have a few tomatoes lying around in my fridge, so I thought it would be handy to share some quick and simple vegan recipes that can help use them up. These juicy, sweet, fresh fruits (yes, tomatoes are technically a fruit!) make a wonderful addition to salads, burgers, sandwiches, stews, burritos, curries, you name it. So why not try something new?

By: Better Nature

Method: Frying

Between the umami flavour of the tempeh, the crisp freshness of the tomato and lettuce, and the cool creaminess of the mayo, you’ll be in sandwich heaven with this super simple BLT recipe. Recipe here.

By: Clearspot Tofu

Method: Frying, Stewing

A cassoulet traditionally contains meat, but not this one! This is a vegan twist on a French classic brought to life by the mouthwatering Lincolnshire Tofu Sausages. And it’s ready in just 30 minutes. Recipe here.

By: Violife

Method: Other

Food doesn’t get much easier than a toastie. The trick to making this one super creamy and cheesy is by using both Violife’s Creamy Original soft cheese alternative and their Original Slices. Recipe here.

By: Better Nature

Method: Frying, Baking, Boiling

The star of this recipe is the tempeh rashers; they’re organic, packed with protein, fibre, and much healthier than meat-based bacon! This is just as delicious as your traditional fry up and bursting with nutrition too. Recipe here.

By: GreenVie Foods 

Method: Baking

You just can’t beat a classic Margherita pizza. It’s the ultimate comfort food and quick to make if you’ve got a ready-made pizza base! Recipe here.

By: Better Nature

Method: Blending, Frying, Tossing, Boiling

If you’re a fan of vibrant, healthy bowls, you need to make this your new go-to weekday meal. It’s rich in flavour, nutrition and terrific textures. If you’d like to make it extra quick, you can omit the ‘cheese’ sauce and use vegan mayonnaise instead. Recipe here.

By: Bonsan

Method: Roasting

This recipe requires a good batch of fresh, juicy tomatoes as they’re the key ingredient in this tasty and crunchy Italian style sandwich. If you’re getting bored of the same old, packed-lunch sandwiches, say hello to the Roasted Tomato Sandwich! Recipe here.

By: OGGS

Method: Cooking

The perfect burger does not exist - wait, yes, it does! This black bean burger packs a punch with the caramelised sweet potato, smoky chipotle mayo and contrasting textures. It’s just the right balance of nutrition and junk food. Recipe here.

By: Gaz Oakley

Method: Baking

Chilli is one of the most comforting recipes ever to exist, and when you cover it with veggies and tomatoes and pop it in the oven, it becomes the ultimate comfort dish! This recipe is packed with nutritious plant foods and exploding with flavour. It’ll have the whole family hooked. Recipe here.

By: Aura Silva 

Method: Other

Caprese Salad is one of my go-to quick lunches when I’m in the mood for something light and a little bit fancy. All you need is a vegan mozzarella, the freshest tomatoes you can find, basil, olive oil, sea salt and pepper! Recipe here.