Air Fryer Tortilla Chips Salsa (Print version)

Crispy golden corn chips paired with fresh salsa, perfect as a light and flavorful snack.

# What You Need:

→ Tortilla Chips

01 - 8 small corn tortillas
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil or spray oil
03 - ½ teaspoon sea salt
04 - ½ teaspoon chili powder (optional)

→ Homemade Salsa

05 - 4 medium ripe tomatoes, diced
06 - ½ small red onion, finely chopped
07 - 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced (optional)
08 - 1 clove garlic, minced
09 - ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
10 - Juice of 1 lime
11 - ½ teaspoon salt
12 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper

# How to Make:

01 - Preheat the air fryer to 350°F (180°C).
02 - Cut each corn tortilla into 6 or 8 wedges.
03 - Lightly brush or spray both sides of the tortilla wedges with olive oil. Sprinkle with sea salt and chili powder if using.
04 - Place tortilla wedges in a single layer in the air fryer basket, working in batches if needed.
05 - Air fry for 5 to 7 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until chips are golden and crispy. Remove and cool on a rack.
06 - In a bowl, combine diced tomatoes, red onion, jalapeño, garlic, cilantro, lime juice, salt, and black pepper. Mix well and let rest for 5 to 10 minutes to develop flavor.
07 - Serve the crispy tortilla chips immediately with the fresh homemade salsa.

# Expert tips:

01 -
  • Quick to make with simple ingredients
  • Healthier than traditional fried chips
02 -
  • Check tortilla packaging for gluten-free labeling if needed
  • Chips can be stored for 2 days in an airtight container but are best fresh
03 -
  • Use spray oil for even coating on chips without excess oil
  • Prepare salsa ahead of time for enhanced flavor
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