Grocery
Petite Diced Tomatoes
What it is
These are small, uniformly cut pieces of ripe tomatoes preserved in their own juice. They are a convenient way to add tomato flavor and texture to a wide variety of dishes. The small dice size ensures they distribute evenly throughout recipes, offering bursts of tomato in every bite. They are a pantry staple for many home cooks.
How people cook with it
Petite diced tomatoes are incredibly versatile and can be incorporated into both quick weeknight meals and more elaborate preparations.
- Sauces and stews
- Soups and chilis
- Casseroles and bakes
- Dips and spreads
Simply open the can and add the petite diced tomatoes directly to your cooking. They can be simmered in sauces to build depth of flavor, added to soups and stews to provide body and a touch of acidity, or mixed into casseroles for moisture and taste. For a quick topping, they can be lightly seasoned and warmed. Their small size means they cook down nicely, integrating seamlessly into most dishes without needing to be chopped further.
How it differs from similar foods
Compared to whole peeled tomatoes or tomato chunks, petite diced tomatoes offer a more consistent and smaller texture. This makes them ideal for recipes where you want tomato pieces to be less prominent but still present, contributing to the overall consistency and flavor profile of the dish.
Who it is for
Home cooks looking for a convenient way to add tomato to their meals.
How to keep the rest
After opening, transfer any unused petite diced tomatoes to a separate food-safe container. Cover tightly and refrigerate. They should be used within a few days to maintain their freshness and quality. Unopened cans can be stored in a cool, dry pantry.