Air Fryer Roasted Roma Tomatoes, and honestly, it happened by accident. I had a bunch of Roma tomatoes sitting on my kitchen counter that were getting super ripe, and I didn’t want them to go to waste. My neighbor had recently told me she roasts tomatoes in the air fryer whenever she needs a quick side dish or wants to add something flavorful to pasta, salads, or sandwiches. I was curious, so I decided to give it a try.

It had been one of those stressful weeks where I didn’t feel like cooking anything complicated. Sometimes when I’m overwhelmed, I look for the easiest recipes possible—and air fryer recipes always save me. On weekends, I also love experimenting with simple ingredients and turning them into something delicious.

Last Sunday, my family was home, and I made these tomatoes while preparing grilled chicken for dinner. The smell of garlic, herbs, and roasted tomatoes filling the kitchen was absolutely amazing. My husband kept sneaking pieces straight from the air fryer, and my kids surprisingly loved them tossed over pasta.

By dinner time, everyone was asking how something so simple tasted so good. The tomatoes came out juicy on the inside, slightly crispy on the edges, and packed with sweet roasted flavor. Now I make them whenever I need an easy side dish or when I have extra tomatoes to use up.

Air Fryer Roasted Roma Tomatoes

Prep Time:

10 minutes

Cook Time:

12 minutes

Total Time:

22 minutes

Servings:

4 servings

Ingredients

• 6 Roma tomatoes, halved lengthwise
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
• Fresh basil or parsley for garnish

Instructions

1. Prep tomatoes

Wash and slice Roma tomatoes in half lengthwise.

2. Season

In a bowl, toss tomatoes with olive oil, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.

3. Arrange

Place tomatoes cut-side up in the air fryer basket.

4. Air fry

Cook at 375°F (190°C) for 10–12 minutes until tender and slightly roasted.

5. Add cheese (optional)

Sprinkle Parmesan during the last 2 minutes of cooking.

6. Serve

Garnish with fresh basil or parsley and serve warm.

Nutrition (Per Serving Approx.)

• Calories: 95
• Fat: 7g
• Carbs: 8g
• Fiber: 2g
• Protein: 2g

Q&A

Can I use cherry tomatoes?

Yes! Reduce cooking time to 6–8 minutes.

How do I store leftovers?

Store in the fridge for up to 3 days.

What can I serve them with?

Pasta, chicken, sandwiches, salads, eggs, or toasted bread.

Can I make them without oil?

Yes, but they may be less flavorful.

Can I freeze them?

Not recommended because tomatoes become watery after thawing.