Air Fryer Roasted Tomatoes
Ready in about 20 minutes.
Updated 7 September 2026
Blistered, jammy roasted tomatoes bursting with sweet, concentrated flavour. The air fryer caramelises them quickly while keeping them juicy, perfect piled onto toast, tossed through pasta or served beside eggs.
Ingredients
- 400 g cherry tomatoes, or larger tomatoes halved
- 1.5 tbsp olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, sliced
- 0.5 tsp fine salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Few fresh basil leaves
Method
- 1Preheat the air fryer to 180°C (360°F).
- 2Toss the tomatoes with oil, garlic, salt, pepper and oregano.
- 3Arrange cut-side up in a single layer.
- 4Air fry for 10-14 minutes until blistered and softened.
- 5Watch that they do not collapse completely; you want them jammy.
- 6Scatter with basil and serve warm.
Tips for the best results
- Keep cherry tomatoes whole for bursting pockets of juice.
- Use a dish or liner to catch the sweet juices.
- Stir the roasted tomatoes and their oil through pasta.
Frequently Asked Questions
What temperature and time for air fryer roasted tomatoes?+
Cook at 180°C / 360°F for 10-14 min.