Air-Fryer Tortilla Chips Salsa (Print Version)

Golden air-fried corn chips served with fresh, zesty homemade salsa for a delicious snack.

# What 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

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Set the air fryer to 350°F and allow it to reach temperature.
02 - Slice each corn tortilla into 6 to 8 wedges.
03 - Lightly brush or spray both sides of tortilla wedges with olive oil, then sprinkle with sea salt and optional chili powder.
04 - Place tortilla wedges in a single layer inside the air fryer basket, working in batches if necessary.
05 - Air-fry the tortilla pieces for 5 to 7 minutes, shaking the basket halfway to ensure even crisping, until golden and crisp. Transfer to a cooling rack.
06 - Combine diced tomatoes, red onion, jalapeño, garlic, cilantro, lime juice, salt, and black pepper in a bowl. Stir well and allow to rest for 5 to 10 minutes to meld flavors.
07 - Arrange the crispy tortilla chips alongside the fresh salsa for immediate enjoyment.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Quick to prepare and cook
  • Healthy, vegan, and dairy-free snack
02 -
  • Air fryers can vary so check chips early for doneness
  • Most corn tortillas are gluten-free but read packaging if needed
03 -
  • Add cumin or smoked paprika for extra flavor
  • Customize salsa with avocado, corn, or black beans
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