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Fritos Corn Salad

Deliciously Crisp Fritos Corn Salad: Your No-Cook Sidekick!

This Fritos Corn Salad is a vibrant, no-cook side dish perfect for summer gatherings and potlucks.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 290

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 30 ounce whole kernel corn Two 15-ounce cans, drained
  • 1 red bell pepper finely diced
  • 2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese can be swapped with Cheddar or Monterey Jack
  • 1 cup mayonnaise or light mayo/Greek yogurt
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper adds a flavor boost
  • 9.25 ounce Chili Cheese Fritos lightly crushed
  • 1 handful fresh cilantro for garnish, optional

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Fritos Corn Salad
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine two drained cans of whole kernel corn, finely diced red bell pepper, and two cups of shredded Mexican blend cheese. Gently fold the ingredients until evenly mixed.
  2. Add one cup of mayonnaise and a quarter teaspoon of black pepper to the mixture. Stir thoroughly until the mayo coats each ingredient.
  3. Right before serving, crush the bag of Chili Cheese Fritos into small pieces and fold into the salad mixture.
  4. If desired, chop the fresh cilantro and sprinkle over the top of the salad. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 4mg

Notes

This salad is best served fresh; add Fritos right before serving to maintain their crunch.

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