Why Ugly Tomatoes?
Bruised, overripe, or oddly shaped “ugly” tomatoes usually go to waste in the USA. So we take them directly from the farmers’ hands and give these imperfect tomatoes a second life.
Our line of Ugly Tomatoes are sourced from a network of 30+ regional farms. Visit our Farmers’ Market Calendar for dates.
Ugly Tomato Sauces
The “ugly” tomatoes that are either overripe and bruised are the most delicious. Stores may not want them but we do! We cook these unwanted tomatoes into a delicious sauce that you can build on or use 'as is' on pasta, fish, veggies or pizza; any recipe calling for farm fresh tomato sauce. Ugly, but tasty!
Canned Ugly Tomatoes
Sweet overripe 'ugly' tomatoes hand-packed in their own juices. Whole peeled. No salt, No oil. No vinegar. No Kidding! Varieties include:
• Peeled Whole Tomatoes (San Marzano, Opalka, Roma) • Peeled Whole Yellow Plum Tomatoes
Crushed ugly Tomatoes
Sweet overripe 'ugly' tomatoes crushed to a thick, textured consistency for a delicious sauce, stew or soup. Any recipe that calls for farm fresh tomatoes. We do not add any salt, oil or spices. No kidding!.
Pickled Green Tomatoes
Pickled green tomatoes are the perfect table condiment. Ideal to pair with meats, cheeses or as a snack. We pickle them in a sour and spicy brine with wild oregano and Calabrian chili peppers.
AVAILABLE EXCLUSIVELY AT UNION SQUARE GREENMARKET (see calendar) AND OUR ONLINE SHOP