12 Sun-Dried Tomato Recipes You'll Want to Make Every Day

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Just one ingredient can completely transform the taste of a familiar recipe. Sun-dried tomatoes add vibrant notes to appetizers, salads, hot dishes, and even baked goods. We'll show you how and where to use this exciting ingredient to delight your family and impress your guests!

1. Muffins with Olives and Sun-Dried Tomatoes

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Perfect savory muffins for anyone who loves good food.

Ingredients

Fill muffin cups about 2/3 full.

• 3 chicken eggs;
• 100 ml milk;
• 80 ml olive oil;
• 150 g flour;
• 120 g sun-dried tomatoes;
• 100 g pitted olives;
• 60 g Parmesan cheese;
• 2 teaspoons baking powder;
• 1 teaspoon Italian herbs;
• salt, paprika, ground black pepper.

Step-by-step recipe

1. Finely chop sun-dried tomatoes and olives, grate Parmesan cheese.
2. Mix all dry ingredients and spices. Separately whisk eggs with milk and olive oil.
3. Combine wet and dry components, then fold in olives, sun-dried tomatoes, and Parmesan into the batter.
4. Spoon the batter into muffin cups and bake for 25-30 minutes in the oven at 180 degrees Celsius.

2. Bruschetta with Cream Cheese and Sun-Dried Tomatoes

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Crispy bread, creamy cheese, and aromatic sun-dried tomatoes – a winning combination for any appetizer.

Ingredients

For serving, you can add a little arugula or fresh basil.

• 1 baguette;
• 150 g cream cheese;
• 100 g sun-dried tomatoes;
• 1 clove garlic;
• 1 tablespoon olive oil.

Step-by-step recipe

1. Slice the baguette, drizzle with olive oil, and toast in the oven or a dry pan.
2. Rub the baguette slices with garlic and spread with cream cheese.
3. Arrange sun-dried tomatoes on top.

3. Salad with Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Avocado

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So colorful, it's impossible to ignore.

Ingredients

And all of this fits perfectly into a healthy diet!

• 1 avocado;
• 1 handful of sun-dried tomatoes;
• 100 g canned corn;
• 50 g feta cheese;
• 50 g mixed greens;
• olive oil;
• salt and ground black pepper.

Step-by-step recipe

1. Dice the avocado, julienne the sun-dried tomatoes, and crumble the feta.
2. Drain the liquid from the canned corn and mix the salad.
3. Drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and pepper to taste.

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4. Eggplant Rolls with Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Feta

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A vibrant appetizer that's equally delicious hot or cold.

Ingredients

Optionally, eggplants can also be baked or grilled.

• 2 eggplants;
• 120 g feta cheese;
• 80 g sun-dried tomatoes;
• 1 clove garlic;
• 2 sprigs parsley;
• 1 tablespoon olive oil.

Step-by-step recipe

1. Slice the eggplants into long strips and fry them in a pan until soft.
2. Mash the feta, add chopped sun-dried tomatoes, minced garlic, and chopped parsley.
3. Place a small amount of filling on each eggplant slice and roll it up.
4. Drizzle the appetizer with olive oil.

5. Chicken Patties with Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Herbs

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They turn out very juicy and aromatic, even with regular ground chicken.

Ingredients

You can grind the chicken yourself or buy pre-made ground chicken from the store.

• 600 g ground chicken;
• 100 g sun-dried tomatoes;
• 1 chicken egg;
• 3 tablespoons breadcrumbs;
• 3 sprigs parsley;
• 1 clove garlic;
• salt and ground black pepper.

Step-by-step recipe

1. Finely chop sun-dried tomatoes and parsley. Mince the garlic.
2. Mix them with ground chicken, egg, and breadcrumbs.
3. Season with salt and pepper, and form small patties.
4. Place the patties on a baking sheet and bake for about 25 minutes in the oven at 190 degrees Celsius.

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6. Puff Pastry Pie with Ham and Sun-Dried Tomatoes

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Crispy pastry and a hearty filling make this pie an excellent snack option.

Ingredients

Instead of ham, you can also use cured pork loin or something else to your taste.

• 500 g puff pastry;
• 150 g ham;
• 100 g sun-dried tomatoes;
• 80 g hard cheese;
• 1 egg;
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds.

Step-by-step recipe

1. Dice the ham, cheese, and sun-dried tomatoes into small cubes and mix the filling.
2. Roll out the puff pastry and place it in a baking dish or on a baking sheet, leaving small edges.
3. Evenly spread the filling and cover it with a second layer of pastry or simply fold the edges inwards.
4. Brush the pie with beaten egg, sprinkle with sesame seeds, and bake for approximately 25-30 minutes in the oven at 190 degrees Celsius.

7. Pasta with Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Cream Sauce

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A simple and very aromatic recipe for a quick dinner!

Ingredients

Fettuccine, tagliatelle, or spaghetti would be best for this.

• 250 g pasta of your choice;
• 100 g sun-dried tomatoes;
• 200 ml cream (20% fat);
• 40 g Parmesan cheese;
• 2 cloves garlic;
• 1 tablespoon olive oil;
• salt and ground black pepper.

Step-by-step recipe

1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions.
2. Separately, mince and sauté garlic in olive oil, add chopped sun-dried tomatoes, and heat together for 1 minute.
3. Pour in the cream, bring the sauce to a gentle simmer, and stir in the grated Parmesan.
4. Combine the cooked pasta with the sauce, season with salt and pepper, and heat the dish for another 1 minute.

8. Tapenade with Olives and Sun-Dried Tomatoes

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Perfect for toasts, sandwiches, and bruschetta.

Ingredients

This amount of ingredients will yield one small jar of spread.

• 150 g pitted olives;
• 100 g sun-dried tomatoes;
• 2 tablespoons capers;
• 1 clove garlic;
• 3 tablespoons olive oil;
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice;
• 1 pinch dried thyme.

Step-by-step recipe

1. Place all ingredients, except the oil, in a blender and blend until a thick, slightly chunky paste forms.
2. Gradually pour in the olive oil, continuing to blend.
3. Transfer the finished tapenade to a glass container and let it chill in the refrigerator.

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9. Omelet with Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Feta Cheese

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A quick breakfast or light Mediterranean-style dinner.

Ingredients

Fresh herbs will perfectly complement the finished omelet.

• 4 chicken eggs;
• 80 g feta cheese;
• 50-60 g sun-dried tomatoes;
• 40 ml milk;
• 1 tablespoon olive oil;
• salt and ground black pepper.

Step-by-step recipe

1. Whisk eggs with milk, salt, and ground black pepper. Separately, chop sun-dried tomatoes and crumble the feta cheese.
2. Pour the egg mixture onto a heated pan, then spread the tomatoes and cheese on top.
3. Cover and cook the omelet for approximately 5-7 minutes over low heat.

10. Chicken Rolls with Sun-Dried Tomatoes

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Juicy chicken fillet with an aromatic filling is perfect for both a weeknight dinner and a festive table.

Ingredients

If you like, mix a little cream cheese into the filling.

• 2 chicken fillets;
• 120 g sun-dried tomatoes;
• 100 g mozzarella or semi-hard cheese;
• 2 cloves garlic;
• 1 tablespoon olive oil;
• salt and ground black pepper.

Step-by-step recipe

1. Slice the chicken fillet lengthwise, open it like a book, and lightly pound it.
2. Chop sun-dried tomatoes and cheese into small pieces and spread the filling over the fillet.
3. Roll them into tight rolls, secure with toothpicks, and rub with salt, ground black pepper, minced garlic, and olive oil.
4. Bake the rolls for about 30-35 minutes in the oven at 190 degrees Celsius.

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11. Focaccia with Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Rosemary

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Aromatic Italian flatbread with a crispy crust and soft crumb.

Ingredients

Before baking, you can additionally sprinkle the focaccia with coarse sea salt.

• 350 g flour;
• 200 ml warm water;
• 100 g sun-dried tomatoes;
• 6 g active dry yeast;
• 3 tablespoons olive oil;
• 1 teaspoon sugar;
• 1 teaspoon salt;
• 1 sprig rosemary.

Step-by-step recipe

1. Mix warm water, active dry yeast, and sugar, then after 10 minutes, add salt, olive oil, and flour.
2. Knead a soft dough and leave it in a warm place for 1 hour.
3. After that, spread the dough into a pan, make indentations with your fingers, and arrange sun-dried tomatoes and rosemary on top.
4. Bake the focaccia for 20-25 minutes in the oven at 220 degrees Celsius until golden brown.

12. Baked Potatoes with Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Mozzarella

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A simple yet very hearty dish with gooey cheese and a distinctive tomato flavor.

Ingredients

If the potatoes are new, you don't even need to peel them.

• 800 g potatoes;
• 150 g mozzarella;
• 100 g sun-dried tomatoes;
• 2 tablespoons olive oil;
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano;
• salt and ground black pepper.

Step-by-step recipe

1. Cut the potatoes into wedges, mix with olive oil, salt, ground pepper, and oregano.
2. Place the potatoes in an oven-safe dish and bake for about 35 minutes in the oven at 200 degrees Celsius.
3. Then add chopped sun-dried tomatoes and mozzarella pieces.
4. Return the dish to the oven for another 10 minutes, until the cheese is completely melted.