07/18/2026
5 Easy Summer Dishes to make with 1 Can of Crushed Tomatoes:
Summer cooking is all about fresh flavors, easy preparation, and dishes that feel as good as the season itself. A can of Bianco DiNapoli organic crushed tomatoes — grown under the California sun and canned at peak ripeness — brings that bright, sun-ripened flavor to everything you make all summer long. Find Bianco DiNapoli at Whole Foods, Target, and local gourmet shops, or online at Amazon and Walmart!
1. Shrimp Linguine
Fresh, fast, and made for warm evenings. Sauté garlic and red pepper flakes in olive oil, add crushed tomatoes and simmer until the sauce comes together, then toss in fresh shrimp and cook just until pink. Serve over linguine with a squeeze of lemon and fresh parsley. Dinner on the table in under thirty minutes.
2. Ratatouille
A French summer classic that lets the season’s best vegetables shine. Layer zucchini, eggplant, and bell peppers over a base of crushed tomatoes simmered with garlic, fresh thyme, and olive oil, then roast low and slow until everything is tender and fragrant. Serve warm or at room temperature — it is just as good the next day.
3. Tomato Gazpacho
The ultimate summer refresher. Blend crushed tomatoes with cucumber, red pepper, garlic, sherry vinegar, and a good pour of olive oil until silky smooth. Chill until cold and serve with a drizzle of oil and fresh herbs. No heat required — perfect for the hottest days of the year.
4. Summer Tomato Bruschetta
A warm weather staple that never gets old. Simmer crushed tomatoes down with garlic, fresh basil, and a pinch of red pepper flakes until thick and jammy. Spoon generously over grilled bread and finish with a drizzle of your best olive oil. Simple, fresh, and perfect for a summer gathering.
5. Homemade Pizza Sauce
Summer pizza nights deserve the best sauce. Mix crushed tomatoes with a pinch of salt, a drizzle of olive oil, and a little dried oregano — no cooking required. Fire up the grill or the oven, spread it on your dough, and let the season inspire the rest of the toppings.
