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Air Fryer Cherry Tomatoes

Published: Sep 20, 2021 · Last Updated: May 30, 2024 by Aimee - This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

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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.

tomatoes and basil on toast

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 on top of chicken or with seafood.

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!

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)

How to make air fryer cherry tomatoes

First, take your pint of cherry or grape tomatoes and wash and dry the fresh tomatoes.

whole cherry tomatoes in a pint container

Slice each tomato in half and add to a bowl. Add the olive oil, salt, and oregano. Toss to combine.

cherry tomatoes in a clear bowl

Arrange the cherry tomatoes in your air fryer basket, skin side down. Make sure to cook in a single layer.

raw tomatoes in air fryer basket

Air fry at 400 degrees for 10 minutes, checking around the 7 minute mark for doneness.

roasted tomatoes in air fryer basket

Remove roasted cherry tomatoes from air fryer basket and enjoy as desired.

tomatoes and basil over toast

Recipe tips

  • 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.

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.
roasted tomatoes up close

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 the air fried cherry tomatoes

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 like air fryer salmon or air fryer cod.
  • With cooked pasta.
  • In a salad.
  • Over some oven roasted asparagus or air fryer asparagus
  • With some eggs (like these scrambled eggs with spinach) for breakfast.
  • On top of some hearty cooked beans.
roasted tomatoes on top of cooked white beans in a skillet

Air fryer tomato recipes

  • Air fryer parmesan tomatoes
  • Air fryer roma tomatoes
  • Air fryer tomatoes and onions
Tomatoes in air fryer basket.

Air Fryer Cherry Tomatoes

Recipe by Aimee
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.
4.72 from 7 votes
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Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 10 minutes mins
Total Time 15 minutes mins
Course Air Fryer, Vegetable, Veggie
Cuisine American
Servings 2
Calories 79 kcal

Equipment

  • Air Fryer

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

  • 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.

Nutrition

Calories: 79kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 2gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 317mgPotassium: 519mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 1161IUVitamin C: 54mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

If nutrition info is shown, values are based on an online calculator and are estimates. Please verify using your own data.

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Comments

  1. Lorraine. Schifer

    June 16, 2023 at 5:26 pm

    Can this be done on a regular oven?

    Reply
    • Aimee

      June 16, 2023 at 7:22 pm

      It can! Just toss them in olive oil and spread on a baking sheet.

      Reply
  2. Brian Keith Karper

    December 14, 2021 at 11:45 pm

    I like to use bacon grease instead of oil.

    Reply
  3. Cristina

    September 21, 2021 at 1:31 pm

    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.

    Reply
    • foodbanjo

      September 21, 2021 at 2:49 pm

      Smart idea! Aren't they so delicious this way? I love it!

      Reply
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