Air Fryer Tortilla Chips Salsa

Crispy, golden tortilla chips made in the air fryer served with a fresh, zesty salsa. An easy, budget-friendly snack perfect for sharing.

I remember trying air-fryer chips for the first time and being amazed at how crispy they turned out without deep frying. It makes homemade snacking so much simpler.

Ingredients

• Small corn tortillas: 8, cut into wedges
• Olive oil or spray oil: 2 tbsp
• Sea salt: ½ tsp
• Chili powder (optional): ½ tsp
• Ripe tomatoes: 4 medium, diced
• Red onion: ½ small, finely chopped
• Jalapeño (optional): 1, seeded and minced
• Garlic: 1 clove, minced
• Fresh cilantro: ¼ cup, chopped
• Lime juice: juice of 1 lime
• Salt: ½ tsp
• Black pepper: ¼ tsp

Instructions

Preheat Air Fryer:

Set air fryer to 180°C (350°F).

Prepare Tortillas:

Cut tortillas into wedges.

Oil and Season:

Brush wedges with oil, sprinkle with sea salt and chili powder.

Air Fry Chips:

Place in basket, air-fry 5–7 minutes, shaking once, until crispy.

Cool Chips:

Remove chips and let cool.

Make Salsa:

Mix tomatoes, onion, jalapeño, garlic, cilantro, lime, salt, and pepper.

Serve:

Pair tortilla chips with fresh salsa.

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Making these chips together for a family movie night has become a tradition in our house. Everyone loves customizing their salsa and grabbing warm chips right out of the fryer.

Required Tools

You'll need an air fryer, knife and cutting board, mixing bowls, and tongs or spatula for easy prep and cooking.

Allergen Information

This recipe contains corn. Always verify tortilla ingredients if you are sensitive to gluten.

Nutritional Information

Per serving: 170 calories, 6 g total fat, 28 g carbohydrates, 3 g protein.

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This quick homemade snack tastes so much better than store-bought, and the air fryer makes it incredibly convenient. Enjoy fresh chips and salsa anytime cravings hit.

Recipe Questions & Answers

→ How do I get crispy tortilla chips in the air fryer?

Lightly brush or spray tortilla wedges with olive oil and season with salt before air-frying at 180°C (350°F) for 5–7 minutes. Shake halfway to ensure even crispness.

→ Can I customize the salsa flavors?

Yes, salsa can be adjusted by adding ingredients like diced avocado, corn, black beans, or a pinch of cumin or smoked paprika to the chips for extra flavor.

→ Are these chips suitable for a vegan diet?

Yes, all ingredients used are plant-based, making the chips and salsa vegan and dairy-free.

→ How do I store leftover chips and salsa?

Store the chips in an airtight container for up to 2 days to maintain crispness. Keep salsa refrigerated separately and consume within a day for best freshness.

→ Can I use regular tortillas instead of corn?

While corn tortillas are preferred for authentic texture, you can use flour tortillas, but resulting chips may be softer and less crispy.