Air Fryer Cherry Tomatoes are such a quick and easy recipe to make. Grape or cherry tomatoes get perfectly roasted in the air fryer so that they are slightly caramelized and delicious.
This air fryer recipe can easily be made with cherry, grape, roma, or campari tomatoes. And it's so easy to customize to whatever seasonings you want to include!
I have made roasted tomatoes in the oven more times than I can count. But using my air fryer is my current favorite way to cook up tomatoes. I love using these tomatoes in so many dishes. Pastas. Salads. With beans. On toast. And they are also delicious when topping chicken or with seafood.
With just a few ingredients, you can have air fryer roasted tomatoes in a flash that cook in only 10 minutes.
Why roast tomatoes in the air fryer:
- Uses less energy than heating up an entire oven to roast tomatoes. Also, keeps your house cooler since you're not turning on the oven. Perfect in those summer months when you want to keep your house cooler!
- Takes less time. These air fryer cherry tomatoes roast up in 10 minutes. Quicker than the oven!
- I use less oil with these than if I would if cooked them in the oven.
- More delicious -- These are so delicious, especially with oregano.
Ingredients:
- Tomatoes (I prefer cherry tomatoes or grape tomatoes)
- Olive oil (or avocado oil)
- Salt
- Dried oregano (or your favorite dried seasoning)
What type of tomatoes to use:
I actually used grape tomatoes in these photos because that's what the grocery store gave me, but I usually use cherry tomatoes! Both work great when making roasted tomatoes. I find that the cherry tomatoes can be slightly sweeter.
You can also use a larger tomato like roma or campari for air fried tomatoes. If using a roma or campari tomato, slice into 4 pieces to air fry. I love using roma tomatoes to make these air fryer tomatoes with parmesan.
I don't recommend using a watery tomato like a beefsteak tomato, as it won't dry out enough when air frying to get that perfect roasted texture.
Customization ideas:
There are so many ways to customize the air fried cherry tomatoes:
- We added a bit of dried oregano to our tomatoes before air frying, but you could add an Italian seasoning blend, some thyme, dried basil, or some garlic powder.
- Add a touch of cayenne pepper, red pepper flakes, or some chili powder for a touch of heat.
- For a different flavor, add smoked paprika, harissa powder, or some piri-piri seasoning.
Can you refrigerate?
Yes, you can absolutely refrigerate the roasted tomatoes after they've been air fried. Store in an airtight container for 2-3 days.
To reheat the air fryer roasted tomatoes, place in the microwave or reheat in a skillet on the stove with a little bit of olive oil.
How to enjoy:
There are so many ways to enjoy the air fryer cherry tomatoes! Here are several ideas:
- On top of toasted bread with fresh basil, as pictured.
- On top of a cooked chicken breast or some cooked shrimp or fish.
- With cooked pasta.
- In a salad.
- Over some oven roasted asparagus.
- With some eggs (like these scrambled eggs with spinach) for breakfast.
- On top of some hearty cooked beans.
Cooking tips:
- All air fryers are different. I have the Cosori Max XL. It's a basket-type air fryer. If you have a smaller air fryer or a different one, your roasted tomatoes may need a little more or less time. Also, for a smaller air fryer, you will probably need to air fry your tomatoes in two batches.
- Watch carefully! I like to check on the tomatoes often to make sure they are not overcooking.
- These tomatoes do not need any shaking while cooking. Just add them to the air fryer in a single layer, and let the air fryer work its magic.
How to make:
First, take your pint of cherry or grape tomatoes and wash and dry the fresh tomatoes.
Slice each tomato in half and add to a bowl. Add the olive oil, salt, and oregano. Toss to combine.
Arrange the cherry tomatoes in your air fryer basket, skin side down. Make sure to cook in a single layer.
Air fry at 400 degrees for 10 minutes, checking around the 7 minute mark for doneness.
Remove roasted cherry tomatoes from air fryer basket and enjoy as desired.
Looking for more air fryer recipes to love? Try these!
Air Fryer Cherry Tomatoes
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes can also use grape tomatoes
- 2 teaspoon olive oil
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon dried oregano
Instructions
- Wash and dry your tomatoes. Next, slice each in half lengthwise and add to a medium bowl.
- Add the oil, salt, and oregano and stir or toss to combine.
- Add the tomatoes into the air fryer basket in a single layer, skin side down.
- Cook at 400 degrees F for 10 minutes, checking around the 8 minute mark for doneness.
Notes
- All air fryers are different. I have the Cosori Max XL. It's a basket-type air fryer. If you have a smaller air fryer or a different one, your tomatoes may need a little more or less time. Also, for a smaller air fryer, you will probably need to air fry your tomatoes in two batches.
- Watch carefully! I like to check on the tomatoes often to make sure they are not overcooking.
- These tomatoes do not need any shaking while cooking. Just add them to the air fryer in a single layer, and let the air fryer work its magic.
- I used grape tomatoes in this recipe, but cherry tomatoes work perfectly too! You can use a larger tomato like roma or campari. If using a roma or campari tomato, slice into 4 pieces to air fry. Don't use a larger, watery tomato like a beefsteak, as these will not roast properly in the air fryer with this recipe.
Brian Keith Karper
I like to use bacon grease instead of oil.
Cristina
We love tomatoes in the airfryer too! We have a Cuisinart toaster/convection/airfryer combo. I usually put the cherry tomatoes in a rectangular Pyrex with a little olive oil and salt and airfry at 400 for less than 8 minutes.
foodbanjo
Smart idea! Aren't they so delicious this way? I love it!