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    Make It Skinny Please » Recipes » Air Fryer » Air Fryer Tomatoes

    Published: Jan 26, 2023 by Toni Dash · 5 Comments

    Air Fryer Tomatoes

    Weight Watchers Points0
    Calories: 29kcal
    Carbs: 5g
    Protein: 1g
    Fats: 1g
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    air fryer tomatoes with basil on plate.

    Air Fryer Tomatoes are a quick, perfect side dish, snack or appetizer! Simple ingredients combine to give these air fry tomatoes an amazing flavor and in just 15 minutes cooking time! Only 29 calories or 0 Weight Watchers points per serving.

    air fryer tomatoes with basil on plate.

    Add this Air Fryer Tomatoes recipe to your 'delicious air fryer recipes' collection! It's a very easy way to roast tomatoes using the air fryer instead on the oven. It's a simple recipe that's perfect on its own or to add to pasta sauce, soups, salads, sandwiches and wraps and more.

    Not only do they make a great side dish, they are a delicious appetizer too sprinkled with fresh herbs or some balsamic drizzle.

    Jump to:
    • What makes this skinny?
    • Recipe Ingredients Notes
    • How to make Air Fryer Tomatoes
    • Variations
    • Expert Tip
    • How to Use
    • How to store
    • Frequently Asked Questions
    • More recipes you'll love!
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    What makes this skinny?

    • Fresh tomatoes are the main ingredient which are low calorie.
    • Only olive oil spray is used. Loads of fatty calories aren't needed for this easy recipe.
    • Air fryer cooking. Air fryers use convection technology which circulates hot air around the food to give a result similar to deep frying without the calories.

    Recipe Ingredients Notes

    air fryer tomatoes labelled ingredients.

    Campari tomatoes. You'll use fresh tomatoes (not canned). This variety is sweet, juicy, flavorful tomatoes and low acidity. They are also not mealy as beefsteak tomatoes and larger tomatoes can be.

    The size of the tomatoes is slightly larger than cherry tomatoes but smaller than regular tomatoes so you can cook several in the air fryer at a time.

    You'll usually find them in the grocery store produce section sold in a plastic container on the vine in 1 pound packages. Rinse and pat dry before starting the recipe.

    Olive oil spray. You'll use just enough to coat the tomatoes so the seasonings will stick to them. Avocado oil spray can also be used.

    Kosher salt. We recommend kosher salt which is a less salty tasting salt with better overall flavor.

    Freshly ground black pepper. Freshly ground pepper gives the best flavor.

    Garlic cloves. You'll use two large cloves of garlic minced.

    Fresh basil (optional). Some chopped fresh basil can be added to the top of the tomatoes when serving if desired.

    air fryer tomatoes cooked with fresh basil on plate 2.

    How to make Air Fryer Tomatoes

    STEP 1. Preparation

    Rinse and pat dry the tomatoes. Using a cutting board slice them each in half (photos 1-2).

    air fryer tomatoes recipe steps 1-4.

    STEP 2. Toss

    Place the tomato halves in a large bowl. Spritz with olive oil, gently toss, and spritz again so there is a coating of olive oil spray on all sides of the tomatoes.

    Add the minced garlic, salt and pepper to the bowl (photo 3). Toss to coat the tomatoes (photo 4).

    air fryer tomatoes recipe steps 5-6.

    STEP 3. Air Fry

    Place the tomatoes skin side down in the air fryer basket in a single layer (photo 5). Cook at 400 degrees F for 15 minutes for juicy tomatoes (photo 6).

    For a more dehydrated tomatoes with a consistency similar to sun dried tomatoes, cook for 20-25 minutes (photo below).

    air fryer tomatoes cooked to be sun dried.

    Carefully remove the tomatoes from the air fryer basket and allow to cool for 1-2 minutes. Top with chopped fresh basil if desired and serve.

    Variations

    Add different spices. Italian seasoning or Mexican seasoning gives the roasted tomatoes a different flavor. Add ½-1 teaspoon along with the salt and pepper.

    Sprinkle with fresh herbs. When serving you can sprinkle with fresh herbs to brighten the roast tomatoes. Fresh oregano, basil, thyme leaves or cilantro work great.

    Expert Tip

    Air fryer cooking. Different brands, models and sizes of air fryer cooks slightly differently. Always monitor the food in your own air fryer and extend the cooking time as needed.

    These tomatoes were cooked in a Cosori XL 5.8qt 1700 watt air fryer (which is a more powerful air fryer).

    air fryer tomatoes cooked on plate close up.

    How to Use

    These air fryer tomatoes can be eaten as is for a delicious side dish or in a variety of recipes.

    • Add to a salad
    • Sprinkle with some freshly grated parmesan cheese and serve on toast or in a wrap
    • Toss with cooked spaghetti squash for a pasta replacement
    • Add to a frittata or egg scramble
    • Use in soups or stews

    How to store

    Allow the tomatoes to cool slightly after cooking. Then place in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. If cooking them longer to make dehydrated tomatoes they will last slightly longer.

    air fryer tomatoes cooked with fresh basil on plate.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Can I make this recipe with another type of tomato?

    Sure. If using a smaller tomato, like cherry tomatoes, you'll need to reduce the cooking time so they don't burn. If using large tomatoes they may need to be thickly sliced instead of halved to cook fully. Roma tomatoes or plum tomatoes can be halved but will take slightly longer cooking time. Always use fully ripe tomatoes for the best flavor.

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    Air Fryer Tomatoes

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    Delicious fresh roasted Air Fryer Tomatoes are a perfect side dish, appetizer or addition to other recipes. Ready in just 15 minutes!
    5 from 48 votes
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    Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
    Cuisine: American
    Diet: Gluten Free, Low Calorie, Low Fat, Vegan, Vegetarian
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 15 minutes
    Cooling Time: 1 minute
    Total Time: 21 minutes
    Servings: 4
    Calories: 29kcal
    Author: Toni Dash
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    Equipment

    Cosori 5.8 quart Air Fryer
    air fryer

    Ingredients

    • 1 pound Campari tomatoes
    • olive oil spray
    • 2 cloves garlic minced
    • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
    • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
    • fresh basil optional

    Instructions

    • Rinse tomatoes and pat dry. Cut the tomatoes in half.
      1 pound Campari tomatoes
    • Place the halved tomatoes in a large bowl. Spritz with olive oil spray, gently toss and spritz again to lightly coat the tomaotes.
      olive oil spray
    • Sprinkle in the garlic, salt and pepper. Toss to coat the tomatoes.
      1 teaspoon kosher salt, ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, 2 cloves garlic
    • Place the tomatoes into the air fryer basket, skin side down, in a single layer. NOTE: depending on the air fryer basket size you may need to cook in batches.
    • Cook at 400 degrees F for 15 minutes for juicier roasted tomatoes or 20-25 minutes for more dehydrated sun dried tomato style tomatoes (note: they will not completely dehydrate).
    • Carefully remove from air fryer basket and allow to sit 1-2 minutes before serving. Top with fresh basil or other herbs if desired.
      fresh basil

    Notes

    How to store
    After cooling 1-2 minutes after cooking, place in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. If cooking them longer to make dehydrated tomatoes they will last slightly longer.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 29kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Sodium: 595mg | Potassium: 255mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 555IU | Vitamin C: 26mg | Calcium: 16mg | Iron: 1mg
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    ABOUT THE AUTHOR

    TONI DASH
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    Toni Dash, is a Certified Nutritional Coach and certified Weight Loss Specialist, writer/blogger, photographer, chief recipe developer and creator of Make It Skinny Please. She has been developing easy to make, well-tested recipes since 2010. Her slimmed down recipes using real food ingredients bring excitement to the dining table and never taste like 'diet food'. Toni has been featured in numerous publications and on culinary websites for her creative, delicious recipes and travel features. For more details, check out her About page.

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    1. Shadi says

      January 26, 2023 at 10:39 am

      5 stars
      Love how easy this recipe is. It’s perfect for our family!

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    2. Sharon says

      January 26, 2023 at 10:29 am

      5 stars
      These were so delicious! I smashed some on a piece of whole grain toast with a thin layer of low fat cream cheese spread. A bit of salt and pepper and I was in heaven!

      Reply
    3. Kathleen says

      January 26, 2023 at 10:00 am

      5 stars
      Super quick and easy to make these tomatoes are perfect as a side dish.

      Reply
    4. Quynh says

      January 26, 2023 at 9:41 am

      5 stars
      Love this recipe! It goes great on a salad.

      Reply
    5. Mirlene says

      January 26, 2023 at 8:33 am

      5 stars
      These air fryer tomatoes were so juicy. They are exactly what I needed to mix with my tomato sauce. Love the roasted flavor.

      Reply

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