These 3 TikTok Recipes are Infused with Trending Tomato Girl Aesthetic
This year, it seems that many colour trends are taking inspiration from foods, many of which are basic ingredients found in our kitchens or gardens. While yellow-centred trends are inspired by vibrant lemons, and dark shades of green can be pulled from lush forests, the latest trend — or lifestyle vibe — is the “Tomato Girl Summer”.
The tomato girl summer trend is full of bright saturated colours like tomato red, peppery black, and subtle green, similar to a delicious Italian Caprese salad. This trend may be the fashionable embodiment of an Italian summer and “la dolce vita” lifestyle, but we’re pulling the trend back to its core: The humble tomato, the juicy ingredient that keeps on giving.
We’ve rounded up some of our favourite recipes that showcase the versatility of tomatoes beyond pasta, and why tomatoes are a seasonless ingredient for us.
Tomato Puff-Pastry Tart
One of the best staples to have in your freezer is a role of frozen puff-pastry. Pair it with some tomatoes that might be past their prime, and you have the perfect fridge-leftover tray bake that is ready in just a few minutes.
@easygayoven This could be an appetizer or light lunch but definitely not a girl dinner #tomatogirls #tomatotart #puffpastry #feta #goatcheese #heirloomtomatoes #tomatorecipe ♬ girls like me don't cry (sped up) - thuy
Tomato Basil Margarita Mocktail
This is nowhere near the classic tomato juice cocktail, but more of a tangy twist on the classic Paloma cocktail. This tomato margarita is non-alcoholic, refreshing, and sophisticated.
@olivianoceda tomato basil margartia mocktail 🍅![CDATA[]]>🌿 refreshing, tangy and a little bit salty PLUS a hint of garlic. believe me, this is going to be on repeat as we finish out the summer. inspired by @cafehailee for this one! ingredients// (makes 1) 4 oz tomato juice (from 1 beefsteak tomato) 1 oz maple syrup 1 handful basil 2 oz water or NA tequila a pinch of flaky sea salt salt + tajin (for rim) 1 clove garlic (for rim) sungold tomatoes (for garnish) ice #tomatogirlsummer #tomatoaesthetic #tomatomargarita #mocktailrecipes #mocktailsummer #italiansummeraesthetic #margarita #sobercurious #sobertok #nonalcoholicdrink ♬ Love In Portofino - Dalida & Raymond Lefèvre Et Son Grand Orchestre
Exotic Labneh with Tomatoes and Pita Bread
Labneh is an underrated Middle-Eastern strained yoghurt cheese that forms the perfect creamy base for a salad with fresh tomatoes. Pair it with easy homemade pita breads and combine with a mixture of spices — we recommend sumac to add a dark maroon shade to contrast vibrant tomatoes.
@babytamago rumor on the block is its a tomato girl summa?? 🍅 #tomatogirlsummer #labnehballs #labnehrecipe #summerappetizer #tomatorecipes ♬ This Will Be (An Everlasting Love) - Natalie Cole