Air Fryer Tortilla Chips Salsa (Printable View)

Golden tortilla chips air-fried to crispness, served with fresh, zesty salsa for a flavorful snack.

# What You Need:

→ Tortilla Chips

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

# How To Make It:

01 - Set the air fryer to 350°F and allow it to heat up.
02 - Cut each corn tortilla into 6 to 8 wedges.
03 - Lightly brush or spray both sides of the tortilla wedges with olive oil. Sprinkle evenly with sea salt and chili powder if desired.
04 - Place tortilla wedges in a single layer inside the air fryer basket. Cook in batches if necessary.
05 - Air-fry for 5 to 7 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through cooking, until chips are golden and crisp. Transfer to a cooling rack.
06 - In a bowl, combine diced tomatoes, red onion, jalapeño, garlic, cilantro, lime juice, salt, and black pepper. Stir well and let rest for 5 to 10 minutes to develop flavor.
07 - Serve the freshly prepared crispy tortilla chips alongside the homemade salsa.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Budget-friendly and easy to prepare at home
  • Perfect for sharing as a snack or appetizer
02 -
  • Most corn tortillas are gluten-free; always verify packaging if sensitive
  • Chips are best fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for 2 days
03 -
  • Add a pinch of cumin or smoked paprika to enhance chip flavor
  • Customize your salsa by mixing in diced avocado, corn, or black beans
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