Tomato Flakes 1 teaspoon of Dried Tomato flakes is equivalent to 2 x good size tomatoes. Dried tomato has a concentrated tangy flavor and is a very useful ingredient in many dishes. It has many uses, especially if you want the tomato flavor without the moisture content of a fresh tomato. Dried Tomato Flake is ideal for soups, salads, couscous, pasta, or rice. It is a very handy dry-store ingredient