Air Fryer Tortilla Chips Salsa (Printable Version)

Golden tortilla chips air-fried to crisp perfection paired with fresh, vibrant salsa.

# Components:

→ Tortilla Chips

01 - 8 small corn tortillas
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil or cooking spray
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

# Preparation steps:

01 - Set the air fryer to 350°F and allow it to preheat.
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 sea salt and chili powder evenly over them if using.
04 - Place tortilla pieces in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through until golden and crisp.
05 - Remove chips and cool on a wire rack to maintain crispness.
06 - Combine diced tomatoes, red onion, jalapeño, garlic, cilantro, lime juice, salt, and black pepper in a bowl. Mix thoroughly and let rest for 5 to 10 minutes to develop flavors.
07 - Pair the crispy tortilla chips with the fresh salsa and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick and easy to make at home
  • Vegan and dairy-free snack for sharing
02 -
  • Most corn tortillas are gluten-free but always check the package.
  • Chips are best eaten fresh within 2 days for maximum crunch.
03 -
  • Add a pinch of cumin or smoked paprika for extra depth of flavor.
  • Customize salsa with diced avocado, corn, or black beans.
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