Frito Corn Salad
Crunchy, creamy, and bursting with vibrant flavors, Frito Corn Salad is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for potlucks, barbecues, or a simple side dish upgrade. This quick and easy recipe combines sweet corn kernels, crisp bell peppers, and red onion with a tangy blend of mayonnaise and sour cream for a refreshingly creamy base. Shredded cheddar cheese adds richness, while salty, crispy Fritos corn chips bring an irresistible crunch that takes this salad to the next level. A sprinkle of fresh cilantro offers a pop of color and optional herbal freshness. Ready in just 15 minutes, this no-cook salad is as effortless as it is delicious, a perfect balance of texture and taste served up in every bite.
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Ingredients
- 4 cups Sweet corn kernels (canned, drained or thawed frozen)
- 1 medium Red bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium Green bell pepper, diced
- 0.5 cup Red onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 cups Fritos corn chips
- 0.75 cup Mayonnaise
- 0.5 cup Sour cream
- 2 tablespoons Cilantro, chopped (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the sweet corn kernels, diced red bell pepper, diced green bell pepper, chopped red onion, and shredded cheddar cheese.
Step 2
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.
Step 3
Pour the dressing over the vegetable and cheese mixture in the large bowl. Gently toss to coat everything evenly.
Step 4
Just before serving, stir in the Fritos corn chips to ensure they remain crunchy.
Step 5
Garnish with chopped cilantro, if desired, and serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1640.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3236.9 |
| Total Fat 228.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 56.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 14.8g | |
| Cholesterol 354.0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4923.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 272.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 31.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 69.9g | |
| Protein 66.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 24IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1143.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 7.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2609.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories