Stem and any leaves are vibrant green — not dried or brown. The heavier, the tomato the juicier it will be, so gently pick them up and compare. Smell your tomatoes! They should smell sweet and a ...

Tomatoes are one of my favorite ingredients, both to eat fresh and to cook with. This amazingly versatile fruit varies in color as well as flavor profile, all while contributing to your five-a-day.

Single whole tomato sitting upside down on black reflective surface - ER_09/Shutterstock We love fresh tomatoes because they're soft, naturally juicy gems with tons of great flavor. However, they ...

Purchase firm tomatoes that have a slight give, though they shouldn’t be too soft or feel like a water balloon about to burst. Look for undamaged varieties without any deep cracks; small bruises can ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. It's no surprise that chef and restaurateur Andrew Zimmern loves tomatoes. In fact, in addition to the ones he grows in his garden, he also ...