Are cherry tomatoes fruits or vegetables?

Cherry tomatoes are scientifically classified as fruits, not vegetables. In botany, a fruit is defined as the mature ovary of a flowering plant that contains seeds, while a vegetable is any other part of the plant, such as leaves, stems, or roots. While cherry tomatoes are often used in savory dishes and salads, they are in fact fruits.

The confusion between fruits and vegetables often arises because the culinary definition of fruits and vegetables differs from the botanical definition. In cooking, fruits are generally sweet and used in desserts, while vegetables are savory and used in main courses. However, this definition is not based on the botanical classification of fruits and vegetables.