Everything Tomatoes

It’s tomato season here at Lajollacooks4u, and there’s never been a better time than now to incorporate this delicious superfood into your diet!

Tomatoes are packed full of beneficial nutrients and antioxidants.  Not only are they a rich source of Vitamins A and C, but they also play a part in preventing chronic diseases, thanks to their beneficial phytochemicals, such as lycopene.  They are a great cooking staple and always manage to provide a burst of delicious flavor into any dish.

Need some recipe ideas that call for tomatoes?  We’ve cultivated the following list to help you out:

• Brushetta with Fresh Tomato Sauce
• Sauteed String Beans with Fresh Tomatoes
• Tomato Onion Chutney
• Tomato and Caper Sauce
• Corn, Feta and Tomato Salad

Check back weekly as we’ll be posting the recipes to all of the above tomato dishes!