Learn how to make Air Fryer Sun Dried Tomatoes with my easy recipe! Sun dried tomatoes are such a great way to add flavor and nutrition to any dish. A little bit sweet, a little bit tangy, and a little bit chewy, they’re really easy to make in the air fryer!
Air Fryer Sun Dried Tomatoes
Sun dried tomatoes are ripe tomatoes that have been dried in the sun or with a food dehydrator until they have lost most of their water content. They’re often used in Mediterranean cuisine in dishes like salads, pasta, sandwiches, and pizza, just to name a few.
You can use your air fryer to roast, bake, or even dehydrate. I know that when a lot of you think of them, the first thing that comes to mind is fried food. They can do so much more than that, and today I’m going to teach you how to make sun dried tomatoes in an air fryer!
The process of dehydrating tomatoes in air fryer concentrates their flavor, giving them a rich, sweet, and slightly tart taste that is often described as “umami.” And, of course, you get the intense tomato flavor that sun dried tomatoes are known for! It’s all done in just under an hour too.
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Why You’ll Love Sun Dried Tomatoes in Air Fryer
- Just 4 ingredients
- Tasty and nutritious
- Cooked hot and quick
- So easy to prepare
- No excess oil
Ingredients Needed to Dehydrate Tomatoes in Air Fryer
Once you choose your preferred tomatoes, you don’t need much else to make air fryer sun dried tomatoes. If you cook often, you likely already have everything you need right in your pantry.
For complete ingredients and quantities, as well as the nutritional information, keep on scrolling until you get to the bottom with a printable recipe card.
- Fresh Tomatoes: Cherry, grape, heirloom, Campari, Roma, or plum tomatoes are best for sun dried tomatoes in air fryer. They have a meatier texture and fewer seeds, as well as a lower water content than other tomato varieties, meaning they dry out more easily.
- Oil: I usually like olive oil, but you could also use avocado oil or simple cooking spray instead.
- Seasonings: Choose your favorite flavors! Start with kosher salt and ground black pepper, then add some extras like Italian seasoning, garlic powder, oregano, or basil if desired.
How to Make Sun Dried Tomatoes in Air Fryer
Below you’ll find step-by-step instructions to follow along as you learn how to make sun dried tomatoes in the air fryer — no drying rack required, either!
Step 1: Prepare the tomatoes
Using a sharp knife and a cutting board, cut the tomatoes in half and then place in a large bowl. Toss in olive oil, salt, pepper, and any other desired seasonings.
Step 2: Air fry
Place the tomatoes in the air fryer basket and dehydrate the tomatoes in air fryer at 240 degrees F for 40-45 minutes. Shake the basket frequently as they dehydrate.
Dehydrating Tomatoes in Air Fryer Pro Tips
- Choose The Right Tomatoes: Make note of the list of tomatoes that work best for this recipe when doing your shopping. They have fewer seeds and less water content, making them easier to dry out. Other tomato varieties may take longer to dry out and may not have the same texture. You can still use other varieties but remember that the drying time may vary.
- Make Adjustments: Smaller tomatoes will take a shorter cooking time than larger ones, so don’t be afraid to adjust the air frying time.
- Cut the tomatoes into even pieces: This will help them cook and dry out more evenly. Depending on your preference, you can cut them into 1/4-inch or 1/2-inch slices.
- Use a mandoline or a sharp knife: To ensure that your tomato slices are uniform in thickness, use a mandoline or a sharp knife.
- Season Well: Sun dried tomatoes are known for their rich, savory flavor, so make sure to season them generously.
- A Little Oil Goes A Long Way: While you don’t want to add too much oil for air fryer sun dried tomatoes, a little bit of extra-virgin olive oil will help them dehydrate.
Serving Suggestions
- Pasta dishes: Add to a variety of pasta dishes like pasta salads, carbonara, or pesto. They’re also perfect for your favorite recipe for pasta sauce!
- Sandwiches and wraps: Inject a burst of flavor to your favorite sandwiches and wraps.
- Pizzas: Use as a pizza topping, either on their own or with other toppings like olives, mushrooms, and goat cheese.
- Appetizers: Include as a flavorful addition to appetizers like bruschetta, crostini, and antipasti platters.
- Sauces: Purée them into pasta, chicken, or fish sauce.
- Salad: Top your favorite salads with a burst of flavor and color.
- Omelets: Incorporate in omelets for a savory and delicious breakfast.
- Dips: Add to dips like hummus, baba ghanoush, and spinach dip. They’re a great sub for tomato paste!
Storage
When your sun dried tomatoes in air fryer are done, place them in an airtight container or glass jar with some olive oil so they don’t dry out. You can store them in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
You can also freeze them if you want to make a really big batch! Make as directed, then place on a baking sheet in the freezer to flash-freeze. When frozen solid, place in a freezer bag and store for up to 2-3 months.
Remember to let them thaw in the fridge overnight before using!
Air Fryer Sun Dried Tomatoes FAQs
Absolutely! Sun dried tomatoes are typically dried slowly in the sun or a low-temperature oven for several hours to remove most of their moisture content. Your air fryer will dry them out a lot more quickly — and the result is the same as traditional recipes.
Sure! If you prefer to use your oven, prepare the tomatoes as instructed on the recipe card, but preheat your oven to 250 degrees F instead. Dehydrate the tomatoes for about 2-3 hours, remembering to flip them several times as they cook.
They can last for up to 2 weeks if stored in oil in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Removing the seeds is unnecessary, but they can take longer to dry. If you prefer, you can remove the seeds after slicing the tomatoes.
I like extra-virgin olive oil for the most authentic, traditional flavor, but you can always use avocado oil or cooking spray instead.
You’ll store your tomatoes in olive oil so no, you don’t need to soak the tomatoes before you use them. You would only need to soak “dry packed” sun dried tomatoes.
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Air Fryer Sun Dried Tomatoes
Description
Ingredients
- 2 pints cherry tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Start by cutting the tomatoes (cherry) in half, and then add the olive oil and salt, and mix well. Coating all of the tomatoes.
- Toss them into the air fryer basket and set the temperature to 240 degrees F, air fryer setting, for 40-45 minutes. Shake the basket frequently.
Equipment
- Parchment Paper
- Cooking Spray
Notes
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