Air Fryer Tortilla Chips (Printable Version)

Enjoy golden, crispy tortilla chips with fresh, zesty salsa made with ripe tomatoes and cilantro.

# The Ingredients You'll Need:

→ Tortilla Chips

01 - 8 small corn tortillas
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil or spray oil
03 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
04 - 1/2 teaspoon chili powder (optional)

→ Homemade Salsa

05 - 4 medium ripe tomatoes, diced
06 - 1/2 small red onion, finely chopped
07 - 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced (optional)
08 - 1 clove garlic, minced
09 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
10 - Juice of 1 lime
11 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
12 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

# Step-by-Step Instructions:

01 - Preheat the air fryer to 350°F (180°C).
02 - Cut each corn tortilla into 6 to 8 wedges.
03 - Brush or spray both sides of the tortilla wedges lightly with olive oil. Sprinkle evenly with sea salt and chili powder if using.
04 - Place tortilla wedges in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook in batches if necessary.
05 - Air fry the chips for 5 to 7 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until they are golden and crispy. Remove and cool on a rack.
06 - Combine diced tomatoes, red onion, jalapeño, garlic, cilantro, lime juice, salt, and black pepper in a mixing bowl. Stir well and let rest for 5 to 10 minutes to blend flavors.
07 - Enjoy the crispy tortilla chips alongside the fresh, zesty salsa.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Quick to prepare and cook for last-minute cravings
  • Healthy snack with fresh ingredients and minimal oil
02 -
  • Chips are best served fresh and stay crisp for up to 2 days in airtight container
  • Check packaging to confirm tortillas are gluten-free if needed
03 -
  • Add a pinch of cumin or smoked paprika to tortilla chips for extra flavor
  • Customize your salsa with diced avocado, corn, or black beans
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