Cherry Tomatoes
VegetarianBlistered cherry tomatoes burst with bright, sweet-tart juice on every slice.
Cherry tomatoes are nature's candy, and when blistered in a hot oven on pizza, they burst open to release concentrated sweet-tart juices that mingle with the cheese and sauce. Their vibrant color and fresh, acidic pop make them an essential topping for cutting through rich, creamy, or heavy ingredients.
Flavor Profile
Season: summer
Best Sauces
Pairs Well With
Pizzas with Cherry Tomatoes
Garden Margherita
San Marzano Red Sauce
“A garden-fresh margherita with creamy burrata and slow-roasted garlic.”
Caprese Pesto
Classic Basil Pesto
“A Caprese salad that fell in love with a pesto pizza and never looked back.”
Vodka Burrata Basil
Vodka Cream Sauce
“Vodka sauce stripped to essentials with burrata, tomatoes, and fresh basil.”
Lamb Shawarma
San Marzano Red Sauce
“Featuring Lamb, Red Onion, Cherry Tomatoes, and Feta over San Marzano Red sauce finished with a drizzle of Tahini, this globally-inspired pizza is a indulgent dream made for crisp autumn evenings.”
Pesto Shrimp Summer
Classic Basil Pesto
“Built on a Pesto Basil foundation, this refined pie layers Shrimp, Cherry Tomatoes, Lemon Zest, and Arugula into a coastal creation ideal for sunny summer days.”
Pesto Avocado Fresh
Classic Basil Pesto
“A boundary-pushing Pesto Basil-based pizza bringing together Avocado, Cherry Tomatoes, Corn, and Red Onion for a garden-fresh masterpiece. Perfect for peak summer vibes.”
Pistachio Shrimp & Lemon
Pistachio Pesto Sauce
“A elegant Pistachio Pesto-based pizza bringing together Shrimp, Lemon Zest, Arugula, and Cherry Tomatoes for a ocean-inspired masterpiece. Perfect for peak summer vibes.”
Calabrian Shrimp & Garlic
Calabrian Chili Oil Base
“This sea-kissed pizza starts with Calabrian Chili Oil sauce and tops it with Shrimp, Roasted Garlic, Cherry Tomatoes, and Fresh Basil, delivering a rustic experience suited to sunny summer days.”
Vodka Shrimp & Basil
Vodka Cream Sauce
“Featuring Shrimp, Fresh Basil, Cherry Tomatoes, and Roasted Garlic over Vodka Cream sauce, this sophisticated pizza is a bright and briny dream made for peak summer vibes.”
Frequently Asked Questions
Should cherry tomatoes be cut in half for pizza?
Halving cherry tomatoes allows them to release moisture more evenly and reduces the risk of them rolling off the pizza. For a juicier burst, leave smaller ones whole so they pop when bitten.
Do cherry tomatoes make pizza watery?
Cherry tomatoes can release juice during baking. Halving them cut-side up, or roasting them briefly before topping, helps control moisture while concentrating their sweet flavor.
What goes well with cherry tomatoes on pizza?
Cherry Tomatoes pairs best with burrata, fresh basil, olives and feta. Start with one or two of these rather than piling everything on: two or three toppings per pizza keeps each flavor distinct.